1988 Lamborghini Jalpa vs. 2005 Lancia Zeta
To start off, 2005 Lancia Zeta is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa 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 117 more horse power than 2005 Lancia Zeta. (135 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 2005 Lancia Zeta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 100 kg more than 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa.
Because 1988 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 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa (314 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lancia Zeta. (186 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lancia Zeta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa | 2005 Lancia Zeta | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Lancia |
| Model | Jalpa | Zeta |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3485 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1600 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 |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
