1988 Lamborghini Jalpa vs. 1972 Peugeot 504
To start off, 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 3,485 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa (252 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1972 Peugeot 504. (91 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 1972 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa weights approximately 170 kg more than 1972 Peugeot 504. 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, 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa (314 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Peugeot 504. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa | 1972 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Peugeot |
| Model | Jalpa | 504 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3485 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2910 mm |
