1998 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 1961 Skoda 1202
To start off, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Skoda 1202. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Skoda 1202 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 (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 441 more horse power than 1961 Skoda 1202. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1961 Skoda 1202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 425 kg more than 1961 Skoda 1202. 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, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo (581 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 497 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Skoda 1202. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Skoda 1202.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Lamborghini Diablo | 1961 Skoda 1202 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Skoda |
| Model | Diablo | 1202 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5707 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 581 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 38 L |
