1965 Citroen DS vs. 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa
To start off, 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Citroen DS would be higher. At 3,480 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa (255 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1965 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 1965 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa weights approximately 50 kg more than 1965 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1965 Citroen DS, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa (314 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Citroen DS. (178 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Citroen DS | 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa | |
| Make | Citroen | Lamborghini |
| Model | DS | Jalpa |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2175 cc | 3480 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 80 L |
