1950 Fiat 1500 vs. 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa
To start off, 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 3,479 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa (252 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1950 Fiat 1500. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 1950 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa weights approximately 300 kg more than 1950 Fiat 1500. 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:
| 1950 Fiat 1500 | 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa | |
| Make | Fiat | Lamborghini |
| Model | 1500 | Jalpa |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 3479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 80 L |
