1999 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1999 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, both 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 and 1999 Lamborghini Diablo were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,992 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo (567 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 449 more horse power than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. (118 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 365 kg more than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Lamborghini Diablo is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Lamborghini Diablo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 145, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo (630 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 486 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1999 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lamborghini |
| Model | 145 | Diablo |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 5992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 567 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 338 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 100 L |
