1982 Lamborghini Jalpa vs. 1963 Lancia Appia
To start off, 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Lancia Appia 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 200 more horse power than 1963 Lancia Appia. (52 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 1963 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa weights approximately 550 kg more than 1963 Lancia Appia. 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 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Lamborghini Jalpa | 1963 Lancia Appia | |
Make | Lamborghini | Lancia |
Model | Jalpa | Appia |
Year Released | 1982 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3480 cc | 1090 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 52 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 87 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 68 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
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 | 1500 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Height | 150 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 42 L |