1986 Lamborghini Jalpa vs. 1955 Skoda 1200
To start off, 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Skoda 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Skoda 1200 would be higher. At 3,479 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa (255 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1955 Skoda 1200. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 1955 Skoda 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa weights approximately 490 kg more than 1955 Skoda 1200. 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, 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa (314 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Skoda 1200. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Skoda 1200.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Lamborghini Jalpa | 1955 Skoda 1200 | |
Make | Lamborghini | Skoda |
Model | Jalpa | 1200 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3479 cc | 1219 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2690 mm |