1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1987 Lamborghini Jalpa
To start off, 1987 Lamborghini Jalpa is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia 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 157 more horse power than 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (95 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Lamborghini Jalpa weights approximately 500 kg more than 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. 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) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (190 Nm). This means 1987 Lamborghini Jalpa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1987 Lamborghini Jalpa | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lamborghini |
| Model | Giulia | Jalpa |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 3480 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Top Speed | 165 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 | 1000 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 80 L |
