1997 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 1964 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1997 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1997 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Lamborghini Diablo (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 456 more horse power than 1964 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1964 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 1046 kg more than 1964 Toyota Publica. 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 526 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1997 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Lamborghini Diablo | 1964 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Toyota |
| Model | Diablo | Publica |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5707 cc | 696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1626 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 61 L |
