1995 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye
To start off, 1995 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1995 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lamborghini Diablo (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 280 more horse power than 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye. (205 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 424 kg more than 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye. 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, 1995 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye. (226 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1995 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Lamborghini Diablo | 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Lancia |
| Model | Diablo | 037 Rallye |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5707 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 325 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| 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 | 1176 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 51 L |
