1996 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 1975 Fiat 130
To start off, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 5,706 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo (510 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 347 more horse power than 1975 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1975 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 6 kg more than 1975 Fiat 130. 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, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm @ 5900 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1996 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Fiat 130. 1975 Fiat 130 has automatic transmission and 1996 Lamborghini Diablo has manual transmission. 1996 Lamborghini Diablo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1975 Fiat 130 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Lamborghini Diablo | 1975 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Fiat |
| Model | Diablo | 130 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5706 cc | 3238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 510 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1576 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 80 L |
