1987 Lamborghini Jalpa vs. 1947 Simca 5
To start off, 1987 Lamborghini Jalpa is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Simca 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Simca 5 would be higher. At 3,480 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Lamborghini Jalpa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Lamborghini Jalpa (252 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1947 Simca 5. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 1947 Simca 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Lamborghini Jalpa weights approximately 940 kg more than 1947 Simca 5. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Lamborghini Jalpa | 1947 Simca 5 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Simca |
| Model | Jalpa | 5 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1947 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3480 cc | 570 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1280 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2010 mm |
