1999 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 1972 Simca 1000
To start off, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo (523 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 464 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 592 kg more than 1972 Simca 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo (605 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 507 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (98 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1999 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lamborghini Diablo | 1972 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Simca |
| Model | Diablo | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5707 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 523 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 605 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2230 mm |
