1983 Fiat 131 vs. 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa
To start off, 1983 Fiat 131 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa 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 182 more horse power than 1983 Fiat 131. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa weights approximately 484 kg more than 1983 Fiat 131. 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 @ 3250 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat 131. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat 131 | 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa | |
| Make | Fiat | Lamborghini |
| Model | 131 | Jalpa |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1367 cc | 3480 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1509 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2460 mm |
