1985 Lamborghini Jalpa vs. 2007 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2007 Lancia Thesis is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa 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 80 more horse power than 2007 Lancia Thesis. (173 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 2007 Lancia Thesis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 365 kg more than 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa.
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, 2007 Lancia Thesis, 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, 2007 Lancia Thesis (381 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa. (319 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Lamborghini Jalpa | 2007 Lancia Thesis | |
Make | Lamborghini | Lancia |
Model | Jalpa | Thesis |
Year Released | 1985 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3480 cc | 2387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 253 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 232 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 75 L |