1961 Abarth 700 vs. 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa
To start off, 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth 700 would be higher. At 3,485 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa (252 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 700. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa weights approximately 930 kg more than 1961 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, 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa (314 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 700. (61 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Abarth 700 | 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa | |
Make | Abarth | Lamborghini |
Model | 700 | Jalpa |
Year Released | 1961 | 1988 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
Engine Size | 745 cc | 3485 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 61 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 Length | 3600 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 80 L |