1970 Lamborghini Urraco vs. 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa
To start off, 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Lamborghini Urraco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Lamborghini Urraco would be higher. At 3,479 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa (252 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1970 Lamborghini Urraco. (220 HP @ 7500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 1970 Lamborghini Urraco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa weights approximately 400 kg more than 1970 Lamborghini Urraco. 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, 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa (319 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Lamborghini Urraco. (225 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Lamborghini Urraco.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Lamborghini Urraco | 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Lamborghini |
| Model | Urraco | Jalpa |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2461 cc | 3479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 53.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 239 km/hour | 232 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
