1962 Austin A 99 vs. 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa
To start off, 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Austin A 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Austin A 99 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 142 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 99. (110 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Austin A 99 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa.
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 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 99. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Austin A 99.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Austin A 99 | 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa | |
| Make | Austin | Lamborghini |
| Model | A 99 | Jalpa |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 3480 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 232 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 80 L |
