1972 Innocenti Mini vs. 1999 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Innocenti Mini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Innocenti Mini would be higher. At 5,992 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo (567 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 520 more horse power than 1972 Innocenti Mini. (47 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1972 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 885 kg more than 1972 Innocenti Mini. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Lamborghini Diablo is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Lamborghini Diablo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Innocenti Mini, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (630 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 565 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Innocenti Mini. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Innocenti Mini | 1999 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | Innocenti | Lamborghini |
| Model | Mini | Diablo |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 5992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 567 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 645 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2660 mm |
