1974 Fiat 133 vs. 1998 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 133. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 133 would be higher. At 5,706 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 451 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 936 kg more than 1974 Fiat 133. 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, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 526 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 133. (54 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 133 | 1998 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | Fiat | Lamborghini |
| Model | 133 | Diablo |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 842 cc | 5706 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 485 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1626 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3460 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2650 mm |
