1999 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 1987 Lancia Prisma
To start off, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Lancia Prisma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Lancia Prisma 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 411 more horse power than 1987 Lancia Prisma. (112 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1987 Lancia Prisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 272 kg more than 1987 Lancia Prisma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 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 1999 Lamborghini Diablo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Lancia Prisma, 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, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo (605 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 442 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lancia Prisma. (163 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1999 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lancia Prisma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lamborghini Diablo | 1987 Lancia Prisma | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Lancia |
| Model | Diablo | Prisma |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5707 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 523 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 605 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 59 L |
