1983 Lamborghini Jalpa vs. 1979 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Subaru Leone 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 174 more horse power than 1979 Subaru Leone. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 1979 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa weights approximately 515 kg more than 1979 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Subaru Leone will offer significantly more control. 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 @ 3500 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Subaru Leone. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa | 1979 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Subaru |
| Model | Jalpa | Leone |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3480 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2390 mm |
