1983 Lamborghini Jalpa vs. 1959 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 3,480 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa (255 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1959 Simca Aronde. (44 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 1959 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa weights approximately 520 kg more than 1959 Simca Aronde. 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, 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa (314 Nm) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Simca Aronde. (89 Nm). This means 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Lamborghini Jalpa | 1959 Simca Aronde | |
Make | Lamborghini | Simca |
Model | Jalpa | Aronde |
Year Released | 1983 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3480 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 89 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 39 L |