1986 Citroen Visa vs. 1996 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 5,706 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo (510 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 404 more horse power than 1986 Citroen Visa. (106 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 686 kg more than 1986 Citroen Visa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 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 1996 Lamborghini Diablo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Citroen Visa, 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, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm @ 5900 RPM) has 446 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen Visa. (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen Visa | 1996 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | Citroen | Lamborghini |
| Model | Visa | Diablo |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1579 cc | 5706 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 7100 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 301 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1576 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2680 mm |
