1966 Abarth 700 vs. 1999 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Abarth 700 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 460 more horse power than 1966 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1966 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 882 kg more than 1966 Abarth 700. 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 536 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Abarth 700. (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 1999 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Abarth 700 | 1999 Lamborghini Diablo | |
Make | Abarth | Lamborghini |
Model | 700 | Diablo |
Year Released | 1966 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
Engine Size | 696 cc | 5707 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 523 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 605 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1452 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 100 L |