1955 Austin A 40 vs. 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa
To start off, 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 3,479 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa (255 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa weights approximately 470 kg more than 1955 Austin A 40. 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, 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa (314 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Austin A 40 | 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa | |
Make | Austin | Lamborghini |
Model | A 40 | Jalpa |
Year Released | 1955 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 3479 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 9.2:1 |
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 | 1030 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 80 L |