1984 Lamborghini Jalpa vs. 1961 Simca 1000
To start off, 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Simca 1000 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 201 more horse power than 1961 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 1961 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa weights approximately 770 kg more than 1961 Simca 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa (319 Nm) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Simca 1000. (73 Nm). This means 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa | 1961 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Simca |
| Model | Jalpa | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3479 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 36 L |
