1999 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 1981 Fiat 131
To start off, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Fiat 131 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 412 more horse power than 1981 Fiat 131. (111 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 347 kg more than 1981 Fiat 131. 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 (605 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 438 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat 131. (167 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat 131. 1981 Fiat 131 has automatic transmission and 1999 Lamborghini Diablo has manual transmission. 1999 Lamborghini Diablo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Fiat 131 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lamborghini Diablo | 1981 Fiat 131 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Fiat |
| Model | Diablo | 131 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5707 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 523 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 605 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2500 mm |
