1987 Lamborghini Jalpa vs. 1997 Lancia Zeta
To start off, 1997 Lancia Zeta is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Lamborghini Jalpa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Lamborghini Jalpa 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 107 more horse power than 1997 Lancia Zeta. (145 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 1997 Lancia Zeta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 150 kg more than 1987 Lamborghini Jalpa.
Because 1987 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 1987 Lamborghini Jalpa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Lancia Zeta, 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, 1987 Lamborghini Jalpa (315 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Lancia Zeta. (235 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1987 Lamborghini Jalpa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Lancia Zeta.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Lamborghini Jalpa | 1997 Lancia Zeta | |
Make | Lamborghini | Lancia |
Model | Jalpa | Zeta |
Year Released | 1987 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3480 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2830 mm |