2009 Fiat Croma vs. 1994 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 2009 Fiat Croma is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Lamborghini Diablo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Lamborghini Diablo would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1994 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Lamborghini Diablo (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 340 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Croma. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 660 kg more than 2009 Fiat Croma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 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 1994 Lamborghini Diablo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Croma, 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, 1994 Lamborghini Diablo (581 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 378 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Croma. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Croma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Croma | 1994 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | Fiat | Lamborghini |
| Model | Croma | Diablo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 5707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 485 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 581 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 325 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.1 seconds | 4.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 27.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 100 L |
