1994 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 1978 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1994 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Lancia Beta 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 402 more horse power than 1978 Lancia Beta. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1978 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 379 kg more than 1978 Lancia Beta. 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) has 416 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Lancia Beta. (165 Nm). This means 1994 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Lamborghini Diablo | 1978 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Lancia |
| Model | Diablo | Beta |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5707 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 520 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 581 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1447 kg | 1068 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 59 L |
