1986 Citroen Visa vs. 1999 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 13 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 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo (523 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 467 more horse power than 1986 Citroen Visa. (56 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 652 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 1999 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 1999 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, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo (605 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 525 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen Visa. (80 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 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 | 1999 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | Citroen | Lamborghini |
| Model | Visa | Diablo |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 5707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 523 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 605 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 100 L |
