1983 Lamborghini Jalpa vs. 2013 Nissan Cube
To start off, 2013 Nissan Cube is newer by 30 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 135 more horse power than 2013 Nissan Cube. (120 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 2013 Nissan Cube. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa weights approximately 206 kg more than 2013 Nissan Cube. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Cube, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan Cube. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan Cube.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa | 2013 Nissan Cube | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Nissan |
| Model | Jalpa | Cube |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3480 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1294 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |
