2001 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 2012 Renault Clio

To start off, 2012 Renault Clio is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Lamborghini Diablo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Lamborghini Diablo would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lamborghini Diablo (523 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 426 more horse power than 2012 Renault Clio. (97 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Renault Clio weights approximately 110 kg more than 2001 Lamborghini Diablo.

Because 2001 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 2001 Lamborghini Diablo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Renault Clio, 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, 2001 Lamborghini Diablo (618 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 491 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Clio. (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2001 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Clio.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Lamborghini Diablo 2012 Renault Clio
Make Lamborghini Renault
Model Diablo Clio
Year Released 2001 2012
Body Type Coupe Hatchback
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 5707 cc 1390 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 523 HP 97 HP
Engine RPM 7100 RPM 5700 RPM
Torque 618 Nm 127 Nm
Torque RPM 5500 RPM 4250 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 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1530 kg 1640 kg
Vehicle Length 4480 mm 3990 mm
Vehicle Width 2050 mm 2030 mm
Vehicle Height 1120 mm 1710 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2580 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 100 L 55 L


 

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