1983 Lamborghini Jalpa vs. 2011 Tata Nano
To start off, 2011 Tata Nano is newer by 28 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, 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa (255 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 2011 Tata Nano. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Nano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa weights approximately 900 kg more than 2011 Tata Nano. 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 @ 3500 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Tata Nano. (48 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Tata Nano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa | 2011 Tata Nano | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Tata |
| Model | Jalpa | Nano |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3480 cc | 624 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 48 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 232 km/hour | 105 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3099 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1495 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1652 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 37 L |
