1957 Abarth 500 vs. 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa
To start off, 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Abarth 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Abarth 500 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 230 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 500. (23 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa weights approximately 1032 kg more than 1957 Abarth 500. 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 @ 3500 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 500. (33 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Abarth 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Abarth 500 | 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa | |
| Make | Abarth | Lamborghini |
| Model | 500 | Jalpa |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 479 cc | 3480 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 253 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 33 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 232 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 468 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3350 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1260 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 80 L |
