1962 Ford Popular vs. 1994 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 1994 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Ford Popular would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1994 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Lamborghini Diablo (520 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 489 more horse power than 1962 Ford Popular. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1962 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 717 kg more than 1962 Ford Popular. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Ford Popular | 1994 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | Ford | Lamborghini |
| Model | Popular | Diablo |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 5707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 520 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7100 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.9 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1447 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 100 L |
