1999 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 2012 Kia Rio
To start off, 2012 Kia Rio is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lamborghini Diablo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lamborghini Diablo 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 429 more horse power than 2012 Kia Rio. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 404 kg more than 2012 Kia Rio. 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, 2012 Kia Rio, 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 (630 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 463 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Rio. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 1999 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Rio. 2012 Kia Rio 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. 2012 Kia Rio will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1999 Lamborghini Diablo | 2012 Kia Rio | |
Make | Lamborghini | Kia |
Model | Diablo | Rio |
Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5992 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 567 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 630 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4850 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1126 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4366 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1455 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 43 L |