1999 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 1996 Lancia Zeta
To start off, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lancia Zeta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lancia Zeta 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 378 more horse power than 1996 Lancia Zeta. (145 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1996 Lancia Zeta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 198 kg more than 1999 Lamborghini Diablo.
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, 1996 Lancia Zeta, 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 370 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lancia Zeta. (235 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lancia Zeta.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Lamborghini Diablo | 1996 Lancia Zeta | |
Make | Lamborghini | Lancia |
Model | Diablo | Zeta |
Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5707 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 523 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 605 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2830 mm |