1964 Austin-Healey Sprite vs. 1987 Lamborghini Jalpa
To start off, 1987 Lamborghini Jalpa is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite would be higher. At 3,480 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Lamborghini Jalpa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Lamborghini Jalpa (252 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite. (59 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Lamborghini Jalpa weights approximately 786 kg more than 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite. 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, 1987 Lamborghini Jalpa (315 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1987 Lamborghini Jalpa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Austin-Healey Sprite | 1987 Lamborghini Jalpa | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Lamborghini |
Model | Sprite | Jalpa |
Year Released | 1964 | 1987 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 3480 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 75 mm |
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 | 714 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 80 L |