1966 Austin A 90 vs. 1996 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo (492 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 372 more horse power than 1966 Austin A 90. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1966 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 30 kg more than 1966 Austin A 90. 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, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Austin A 90. (222 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1996 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Austin A 90 | 1996 Lamborghini Diablo | |
Make | Austin | Lamborghini |
Model | A 90 | Diablo |
Year Released | 1966 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 5707 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 492 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 580 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 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 | 1570 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 100 L |