1984 Lamborghini Jalpa vs. 1960 Mazda R 360
To start off, 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Mazda R 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Mazda R 360 would be higher. At 3,479 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa (252 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1960 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 1960 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa weights approximately 1120 kg more than 1960 Mazda R 360. 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, 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa (319 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Mazda R 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa | 1960 Mazda R 360 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Mazda |
| Model | Jalpa | R 360 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 3479 cc | 355 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 16 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 22 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 60 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 63 mm |
| Top Speed | 232 km/hour | 80 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 2990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 1770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
