1994 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 1957 Lancia Appia
To start off, 1994 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1994 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Lamborghini Diablo (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 433 more horse power than 1957 Lancia Appia. (52 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1957 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 760 kg more than 1957 Lancia Appia. 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, 1994 Lamborghini Diablo (581 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 494 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Lamborghini Diablo | 1957 Lancia Appia | |
Make | Lamborghini | Lancia |
Model | Diablo | Appia |
Year Released | 1994 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5707 cc | 1091 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 485 HP | 52 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 581 Nm | 87 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 68 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
Top Speed | 325 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2520 mm |