1999 Ford Fiesta vs. 2001 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 2001 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lamborghini Diablo (523 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 400 more horse power than 1999 Ford Fiesta. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 554 kg more than 1999 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 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 2001 Lamborghini Diablo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Ford Fiesta, 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, 2001 Lamborghini Diablo (618 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 448 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Fiesta. (170 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Fiesta | 2001 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | Ford | Lamborghini |
| Model | Fiesta | Diablo |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 5707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 523 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7100 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 618 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 976 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 100 L |
