1950 Holden FX vs. 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa
To start off, 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Holden FX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Holden FX would be higher. At 3,480 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa (252 HP) has 201 more horse power than 1950 Holden FX. (51 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 1950 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa weights approximately 539 kg more than 1950 Holden FX. 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, 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa (314 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Holden FX. (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Holden FX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Holden FX | 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa | |
| Make | Holden | Lamborghini |
| Model | FX | Jalpa |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2165 cc | 3480 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 252 HP |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1509 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2460 mm |
