1985 Lamborghini Jalpa vs. 1975 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Lancia Beta 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 134 more horse power than 1975 Lancia Beta. (119 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 1975 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa weights approximately 460 kg more than 1975 Lancia Beta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Lancia Beta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Lancia Beta. (176 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa | 1975 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Lancia |
| Model | Jalpa | Beta |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3480 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 232 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 51 L |
