1996 Fiat Vivace vs. 1998 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Fiat Vivace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Fiat Vivace would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo (523 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 461 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Vivace. (62 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Vivace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 809 kg more than 1996 Fiat Vivace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Lamborghini Diablo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Fiat Vivace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo will offer significantly more control. 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, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 478 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Vivace. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Vivace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Vivace | 1998 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | Fiat | Lamborghini |
| Model | Vivace | Diablo |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 5707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 523 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7100 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2660 mm |
