1984 Lamborghini Jalpa vs. 1972 Mazda 616
To start off, 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda 616 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 173 more horse power than 1972 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa weights approximately 590 kg more than 1972 Mazda 616. 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 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa | 1972 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Mazda |
| Model | Jalpa | 616 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3479 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2480 mm |
