1949 Austin 16 vs. 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa
To start off, 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Austin 16. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Austin 16 would be higher. At 3,485 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa (252 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1949 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa weights approximately 220 kg more than 1949 Austin 16. 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, 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa (314 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Austin 16. (147 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Austin 16 | 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa | |
Make | Austin | Lamborghini |
Model | 16 | Jalpa |
Year Released | 1949 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2200 cc | 3485 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 121 km/hour | 227 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |