1973 Lamborghini Jarama vs. 1999 Toyota Prius
To start off, 1999 Toyota Prius is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Lamborghini Jarama. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Lamborghini Jarama would be higher. At 3,929 cc (12 cylinders), 1973 Lamborghini Jarama is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Lamborghini Jarama (350 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Prius. (127 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Lamborghini Jarama should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Prius weights approximately 75 kg more than 1973 Lamborghini Jarama.
Because 1973 Lamborghini Jarama is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1973 Lamborghini Jarama. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Prius, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1973 Lamborghini Jarama (393 Nm) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Prius. (108 Nm). This means 1973 Lamborghini Jarama will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Lamborghini Jarama | 1999 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Toyota |
| Model | Jarama | Prius |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3929 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2440 mm |
