1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1993 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 1993 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 5,705 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Lamborghini Diablo (492 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 329 more horse power than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (163 HP @ 7500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 970 kg more than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. 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, 1993 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1993 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lamborghini |
| Model | Giulia | Diablo |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 5705 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 492 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 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 | 630 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 100 L |
