1980 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2000 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 2000 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 5,705 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lamborghini Diablo (523 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 418 more horse power than 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 530 kg more than 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider. 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, 2000 Lamborghini Diablo (617 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 468 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider. (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2000 Lamborghini Diablo | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Lamborghini |
Model | Spider | Diablo |
Year Released | 1980 | 2000 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 5705 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 523 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7100 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 617 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2660 mm |