1994 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 1958 Lancia Appia
To start off, 1994 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 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 (520 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 477 more horse power than 1958 Lancia Appia. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1958 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 583 kg more than 1958 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 @ 5900 RPM) has 504 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Lamborghini Diablo | 1958 Lancia Appia | |
Make | Lamborghini | Lancia |
Model | Diablo | Appia |
Year Released | 1994 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5707 cc | 1090 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 520 HP | 43 HP |
Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 581 Nm | 77 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1447 kg | 864 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2520 mm |