1969 Alfa Romeo 1750 vs. 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa
To start off, 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750 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 135 more horse power than 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa weights approximately 420 kg more than 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750. 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, 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa (314 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750. (167 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750 | 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lamborghini |
| Model | 1750 | Jalpa |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 3480 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |
