1988 Citroen BX vs. 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa
To start off, 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Citroen BX would be higher. At 3,485 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa (252 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1988 Citroen BX. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa weights approximately 606 kg more than 1988 Citroen BX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 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 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Citroen BX, 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, 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa (314 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen BX | 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa | |
| Make | Citroen | Lamborghini |
| Model | BX | Jalpa |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 3485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 227 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
