1976 Lamborghini Urraco vs. 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa
To start off, 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Lamborghini Urraco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Lamborghini Urraco would be higher. At 3,485 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Lamborghini Urraco (260 HP) has 8 more horse power than 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa. (252 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Lamborghini Urraco should accelerate faster than 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa weights approximately 200 kg more than 1976 Lamborghini Urraco.
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, 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa (314 Nm) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Lamborghini Urraco. (273 Nm). This means 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Lamborghini Urraco.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Lamborghini Urraco | 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Lamborghini |
| Model | Urraco | Jalpa |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 3485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 252 HP |
| Torque | 273 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 259 km/hour | 227 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 | 1300 kg | 1500 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 80 L |
