1961 Fiat 2300 vs. 1999 Lamborghini Diablo

To start off, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 2300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 2300 would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo (523 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 387 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 2300. (136 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 186 kg more than 1961 Fiat 2300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo (605 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 408 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 2300. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 2300.

Compare all specifications:

1961 Fiat 2300 1999 Lamborghini Diablo
Make Fiat Lamborghini
Model 2300 Diablo
Year Released 1961 1999
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 2277 cc 5707 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 136 HP 523 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 7000 RPM
Torque 197 Nm 605 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 5200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 78 mm 87 mm
Engine Stroke Size 79.5 mm 80 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 10.0:1
Top Speed 195 km/hour 330 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1266 kg 1452 kg
Vehicle Length 4630 mm 4470 mm
Vehicle Width 1640 mm 2050 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1110 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2660 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 100 L


 

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