2000 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 1975 Lancia Beta
To start off, 2000 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 5,705 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lamborghini Diablo (523 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 442 more horse power than 1975 Lancia Beta. (81 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1975 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 530 kg more than 1975 Lancia Beta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 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 2000 Lamborghini Diablo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Lancia Beta, 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, 2000 Lamborghini Diablo (617 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 509 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2000 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Lamborghini Diablo | 1975 Lancia Beta | |
Make | Lamborghini | Lancia |
Model | Diablo | Beta |
Year Released | 2000 | 1975 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5705 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 523 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 617 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 49 L |