2007 Honda Civic vs. 1996 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lamborghini Diablo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lamborghini Diablo would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 347 more horse power than 2007 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 450 kg more than 2007 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Lamborghini Diablo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic will offer significantly more control. 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, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 406 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1996 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic. 2007 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 1996 Lamborghini Diablo has manual transmission. 1996 Lamborghini Diablo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Civic | 1996 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | Honda | Lamborghini |
| Model | Civic | Diablo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 5707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 485 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 1632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 21.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 90 L |
