1982 Lamborghini Jalpa vs. 1976 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Lancia Beta 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 137 more horse power than 1976 Lancia Beta. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 1976 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa weights approximately 509 kg more than 1976 Lancia Beta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Lancia Beta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 @ 3250 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Lancia Beta. (176 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa | 1976 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Lancia |
| Model | Jalpa | Beta |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3480 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Top Speed | 232 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1509 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2360 mm |
