1983 Lamborghini Jalpa vs. 2003 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2003 Subaru Impreza is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa would be higher. At 3,480 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Impreza (276 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa. (255 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa weights approximately 210 kg more than 2003 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2003 Subaru Impreza 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, 2003 Subaru Impreza 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, 2003 Subaru Impreza (384 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa. (314 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Lamborghini Jalpa | 2003 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Lamborghini | Subaru |
Model | Jalpa | Impreza |
Year Released | 1983 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3480 cc | 1992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 384 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |