1977 Isuzu Florian vs. 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa
To start off, 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Isuzu Florian. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Isuzu Florian would be higher. At 3,485 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa (252 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1977 Isuzu Florian. (97 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 1977 Isuzu Florian. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa weights approximately 475 kg more than 1977 Isuzu Florian. 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, 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa (314 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Isuzu Florian. (147 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Isuzu Florian.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Isuzu Florian | 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa | |
| Make | Isuzu | Lamborghini |
| Model | Florian | Jalpa |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1817 cc | 3485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2460 mm |
