1958 Fiat 1400 vs. 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa
To start off, 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Fiat 1400 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 199 more horse power than 1958 Fiat 1400. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 1958 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa weights approximately 335 kg more than 1958 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, 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa (314 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Fiat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Fiat 1400 | 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa | |
Make | Fiat | Lamborghini |
Model | 1400 | Jalpa |
Year Released | 1958 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1395 cc | 3485 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |