2003 Fiat Palio vs. 2001 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 2003 Fiat Palio is newer by 2 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 @ 7000 RPM) has 454 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Palio. (69 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 640 kg more than 2003 Fiat Palio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Fiat Palio, 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 (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 452 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Palio. (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Palio | 2001 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | Fiat | Lamborghini |
| Model | Palio | Diablo |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 5707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 523 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2660 mm |
