1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa
To start off, 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 3,479 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa (255 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (82 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa weights approximately 452 kg more than 1973 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, 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa (314 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (104 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lamborghini |
| Model | Giulia | Jalpa |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 3479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 160 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 | 1048 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 80 L |
