1952 Citroen 15 vs. 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa
To start off, 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Citroen 15 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 176 more horse power than 1952 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 1952 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa weights approximately 174 kg more than 1952 Citroen 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1952 Citroen 15, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Citroen 15 | 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa | |
| Make | Citroen | Lamborghini |
| Model | 15 | Jalpa |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2867 cc | 3485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2460 mm |
