1982 Lamborghini Jalpa vs. 1980 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Subaru Leone 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 185 more horse power than 1980 Subaru Leone. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 1980 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa weights approximately 680 kg more than 1980 Subaru Leone. 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, 1980 Subaru Leone, 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 @ 3500 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Subaru Leone. (101 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa | 1980 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Subaru |
| Model | Jalpa | Leone |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3480 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 150 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2390 mm |
