1999 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 1961 Lancia Appia
To start off, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Lancia Appia would be higher. 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 508 more horse power than 1961 Lancia Appia. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1961 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 741 kg more than 1961 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, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo (630 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 545 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Lancia Appia. (85 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1999 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lamborghini Diablo | 1961 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Lancia |
| Model | Diablo | Appia |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5992 cc | 1090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 567 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 630 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 338 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 789 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 42 L |
