2003 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2003 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, both 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 and 2003 Lamborghini Diablo were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,705 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lamborghini Diablo (523 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 405 more horse power than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156. (118 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 500 kg more than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 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 2003 Lamborghini Diablo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo 156, 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, 2003 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 434 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156. (146 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2003 Lamborghini Diablo | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Lamborghini |
Model | 156 | Diablo |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 5705 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 523 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 580 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 90 L |