1954 Fiat 1400 vs. 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa
To start off, 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 3,480 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa (253 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 1400. (39 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa weights approximately 315 kg more than 1954 Fiat 1400. 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, 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa (319 Nm) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Fiat 1400. (134 Nm). This means 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Fiat 1400 | 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa | |
| Make | Fiat | Lamborghini |
| Model | 1400 | Jalpa |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 3480 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 253 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 20.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2460 mm |
