1985 Lamborghini Jalpa vs. 1954 Rover P4
To start off, 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Rover P4 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 174 more horse power than 1954 Rover P4. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 1954 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa weights approximately 100 kg more than 1954 Rover P4. 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 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Rover P4. (188 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Lamborghini Jalpa | 1954 Rover P4 | |
Make | Lamborghini | Rover |
Model | Jalpa | P4 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3480 cc | 2638 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 253 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 52 L |