1982 Lamborghini Jalpa vs. 1959 Skoda 440
To start off, 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Skoda 440. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Skoda 440 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 214 more horse power than 1959 Skoda 440. (38 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 1959 Skoda 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa weights approximately 565 kg more than 1959 Skoda 440. 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 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Skoda 440. (74 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Skoda 440.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa | 1959 Skoda 440 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Skoda |
| Model | Jalpa | 440 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3480 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 150 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 47 L |
