1973 Lamborghini Urraco vs. 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa
To start off, 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Lamborghini Urraco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Lamborghini Urraco 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 35 more horse power than 1973 Lamborghini Urraco. (217 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 1973 Lamborghini Urraco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa weights approximately 130 kg more than 1973 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, 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa (314 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Lamborghini Urraco. (210 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Lamborghini Urraco.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Lamborghini Urraco | 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa | |
Make | Lamborghini | Lamborghini |
Model | Urraco | Jalpa |
Year Released | 1973 | 1988 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 2461 cc | 3485 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2460 mm |