1948 Fiat 500 vs. 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa
To start off, 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 3,480 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa (255 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 1948 Fiat 500. (16 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 1948 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa weights approximately 710 kg more than 1948 Fiat 500. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Fiat 500 | 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa | |
| Make | Fiat | Lamborghini |
| Model | 500 | Jalpa |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 569 cc | 3480 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 52 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3220 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2460 mm |
