1966 Austin A 60 vs. 2000 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 2000 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Austin A 60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Austin A 60 would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lamborghini Diablo (523 HP) has 463 more horse power than 1966 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1966 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 630 kg more than 1966 Austin A 60. 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, 2000 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 457 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Austin A 60. (123 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Austin A 60.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Austin A 60 | 2000 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | Austin | Lamborghini |
| Model | A 60 | Diablo |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1622 cc | 5707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 523 HP |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 90 L |
