1976 Ford Cortina vs. 1996 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Cortina 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 412 more horse power than 1976 Ford Cortina. (73 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 518 kg more than 1976 Ford Cortina. 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 463 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Cortina. (117 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1996 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Cortina | 1996 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | Ford | Lamborghini |
| Model | Cortina | Diablo |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 5707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 485 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1114 kg | 1632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 90 L |
