1982 Lamborghini Jalpa vs. 1966 Renault 10
To start off, 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Renault 10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Renault 10 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 210 more horse power than 1966 Renault 10. (42 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 1966 Renault 10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa weights approximately 720 kg more than 1966 Renault 10. 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 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Renault 10. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Renault 10.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa | 1966 Renault 10 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Renault |
| Model | Jalpa | 10 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3480 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 42 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.5:1 |
| 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 | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 150 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 38 L |
