1972 Fiat 124 vs. 1996 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 124 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 (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 425 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 124. (60 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 702 kg more than 1972 Fiat 124. 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 493 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 124. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1996 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 124 | 1996 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | Fiat | Lamborghini |
| Model | 124 | Diablo |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 5707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 485 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 90 L |
