1982 Lamborghini Jalpa vs. 1957 Morris Minor
To start off, 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Morris Minor would be higher. At 3,480 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa (252 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1957 Morris Minor. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 1957 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa weights approximately 675 kg more than 1957 Morris Minor. 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, 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa (314 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Morris Minor. (66 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa | 1957 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Morris |
| Model | Jalpa | Minor |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3480 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 62.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 150 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 45 L |
