1987 Lamborghini Jalpa vs. 2005 Seat Leon
To start off, 2005 Seat Leon is newer by 18 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 74 more horse power than 2005 Seat Leon. (178 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Lamborghini Jalpa weights approximately 38 kg more than 2005 Seat Leon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Seat Leon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Lamborghini Jalpa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Seat Leon will offer significantly more control. 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 2005 Seat Leon. (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1987 Lamborghini Jalpa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Leon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Lamborghini Jalpa | 2005 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Seat |
| Model | Jalpa | Leon |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3480 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 232 km/hour | 219 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1462 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 62 L |
