2003 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 1979 Fiat 131
To start off, 2003 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Fiat 131 would be higher. 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 452 more horse power than 1979 Fiat 131. (71 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 540 kg more than 1979 Fiat 131. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 428 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat 131. (152 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat 131. 1979 Fiat 131 has automatic transmission and 2003 Lamborghini Diablo has manual transmission. 2003 Lamborghini Diablo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Fiat 131 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lamborghini Diablo | 1979 Fiat 131 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Fiat |
| Model | Diablo | 131 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5705 cc | 2443 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 523 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2500 mm |
