1982 Lamborghini Jalpa vs. 1979 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Celica 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 134 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa weights approximately 320 kg more than 1979 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa (314 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa | 1979 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Toyota |
| Model | Jalpa | Celica |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3480 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 150 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2640 mm |
