1970 Fiat 125 vs. 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa
To start off, 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Fiat 125. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Fiat 125 would be higher. At 3,485 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa (252 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1970 Fiat 125. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa weights approximately 540 kg more than 1970 Fiat 125. 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, 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa (314 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 125. (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 125.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Fiat 125 | 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa | |
| Make | Fiat | Lamborghini |
| Model | 125 | Jalpa |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1607 cc | 3485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 227 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 | 960 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |
