1985 Lamborghini Jalpa vs. 1979 Peugeot 505
To start off, 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Peugeot 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Peugeot 505 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 123 more horse power than 1979 Peugeot 505. (130 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 1979 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa weights approximately 135 kg more than 1979 Peugeot 505. 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 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Peugeot 505. (180 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Lamborghini Jalpa | 1979 Peugeot 505 | |
Make | Lamborghini | Peugeot |
Model | Jalpa | 505 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3480 cc | 2165 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 253 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2910 mm |