1982 Fiat 131 vs. 2001 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 2001 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Fiat 131 would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lamborghini Diablo (523 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 453 more horse power than 1982 Fiat 131. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1982 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 725 kg more than 1982 Fiat 131. 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, 2001 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 472 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Fiat 131. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Fiat 131 | 2001 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | Fiat | Lamborghini |
| Model | 131 | Diablo |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1367 cc | 5707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 523 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2660 mm |
