2004 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 1956 Volvo P 1900
To start off, 2004 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Volvo P 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Volvo P 1900 would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lamborghini Diablo (523 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 461 more horse power than 1956 Volvo P 1900. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1956 Volvo P 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 890 kg more than 1956 Volvo P 1900. 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, 2004 Lamborghini Diablo (581 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 478 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Volvo P 1900. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Volvo P 1900.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Lamborghini Diablo | 1956 Volvo P 1900 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Volvo |
| Model | Diablo | P 1900 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5707 cc | 1414 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 523 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 581 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2610 mm |
