1978 Citroen LN vs. 2001 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 2001 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Citroen LN. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Citroen LN would be higher. At 5,992 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lamborghini Diablo (582 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 547 more horse power than 1978 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 685 kg more than 1978 Citroen LN. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 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 2001 Lamborghini Diablo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Citroen LN, 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, 2001 Lamborghini Diablo (640 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 590 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Citroen LN | 2001 Lamborghini Diablo | |
Make | Citroen | Lamborghini |
Model | LN | Diablo |
Year Released | 1978 | 2001 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 5992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 582 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 640 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 100 L |