1999 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 1986 Alfa Romeo 90
To start off, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Alfa Romeo 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Alfa Romeo 90 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 437 more horse power than 1986 Alfa Romeo 90. (130 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1986 Alfa Romeo 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 450 kg more than 1986 Alfa Romeo 90. 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) has 454 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Alfa Romeo 90. (176 Nm). This means 1999 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Alfa Romeo 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lamborghini Diablo | 1986 Alfa Romeo 90 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Diablo | 90 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5992 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 567 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 630 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 66.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2520 mm |
