1984 Lamborghini Jalpa vs. 1970 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Triumph Herald 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 214 more horse power than 1970 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 1970 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa weights approximately 720 kg more than 1970 Triumph Herald. 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 @ 3500 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa | 1970 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Triumph |
| Model | Jalpa | Herald |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3479 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 69.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 29 L |
