1960 Abarth 700 vs. 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa
To start off, 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 700 would be higher. At 3,480 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa (252 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa weights approximately 930 kg more than 1960 Abarth 700. 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, 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa (314 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 700. (70 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 700 | 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa | |
| Make | Abarth | Lamborghini |
| Model | 700 | Jalpa |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 3480 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 180 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 | 570 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 80 L |
