1986 Lamborghini Jalpa vs. 1971 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota Corolla 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 193 more horse power than 1971 Toyota Corolla. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 1971 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa weights approximately 720 kg more than 1971 Toyota Corolla. 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 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Toyota Corolla. (95 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa | 1971 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Toyota |
| Model | Jalpa | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3479 cc | 1166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 46 L |
