1982 Fiat 126 vs. 1999 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Fiat 126 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 543 more horse power than 1982 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1982 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 945 kg more than 1982 Fiat 126. 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, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo (630 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 588 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Fiat 126 | 1999 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | Fiat | Lamborghini |
| Model | 126 | Diablo |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Rear | 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 | 24 HP | 567 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2660 mm |
