1949 Alfa Romeo 6C vs. 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa
To start off, 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C would be higher. At 3,485 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa (252 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C weights approximately 50 kg more than 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa.
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:
| 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C | 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lamborghini |
| Model | 6C | Jalpa |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 3485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2460 mm |
