1982 Lamborghini Jalpa vs. 1961 Peugeot 404
To start off, 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Peugeot 404. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Peugeot 404 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 190 more horse power than 1961 Peugeot 404. (62 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 1961 Peugeot 404. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa weights approximately 444 kg more than 1961 Peugeot 404. 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) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Peugeot 404. (127 Nm). This means 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Peugeot 404.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa | 1961 Peugeot 404 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Peugeot |
| Model | Jalpa | 404 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3480 cc | 1618 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1509 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |
