1997 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 1959 Lancia Appia
To start off, 1997 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 5,705 cc (12 cylinders), 1997 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Lamborghini Diablo (492 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 440 more horse power than 1959 Lancia Appia. (52 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1959 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 650 kg more than 1959 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, 1997 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 493 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Lamborghini Diablo | 1959 Lancia Appia | |
Make | Lamborghini | Lancia |
Model | Diablo | Appia |
Year Released | 1997 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5705 cc | 1090 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 492 HP | 52 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 580 Nm | 87 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2520 mm |