1959 Fiat 1200 vs. 1974 Lamborghini Jarama
To start off, 1974 Lamborghini Jarama is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1200 would be higher. At 3,929 cc (12 cylinders), 1974 Lamborghini Jarama is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Lamborghini Jarama (346 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 284 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1200. (62 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lamborghini Jarama should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Lamborghini Jarama weights approximately 640 kg more than 1959 Fiat 1200. 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, 1974 Lamborghini Jarama (394 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1200. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Lamborghini Jarama will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat 1200 | 1974 Lamborghini Jarama | |
| Make | Fiat | Lamborghini |
| Model | 1200 | Jarama |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 3929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 394 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 62 mm |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 260 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 100 L |
