1985 Lamborghini Jalpa vs. 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900
To start off, 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900 would be higher. At 3,480 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa (253 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa weights approximately 400 kg more than 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900. 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, 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa (319 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900. (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa | 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Jalpa | 1900 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3480 cc | 1884 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 232 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2710 mm |
