1993 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Lamborghini Diablo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Lamborghini Diablo would be higher. At 5,705 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Lamborghini Diablo (492 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 337 more horse power than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (155 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 71 kg more than 1993 Lamborghini Diablo.
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, 1993 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm) has 409 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (171 Nm). This means 1993 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Lamborghini Diablo | 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Lamborghini | Mazda |
Model | Diablo | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 1993 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5705 cc | 1835 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 492 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 580 Nm | 171 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 85.1 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1671 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2270 mm |