1974 Avanti Avanti vs. 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa
To start off, 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,569 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa (255 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1974 Avanti Avanti. (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 1974 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 80 kg more than 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa.
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, 1974 Avanti Avanti (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa. (314 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1974 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Avanti Avanti | 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa | |
Make | Avanti | Lamborghini |
Model | Avanti | Jalpa |
Year Released | 1974 | 1983 |
Engine Size | 6569 cc | 3480 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 442 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2460 mm |