1988 Lamborghini Jalpa vs. 2006 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2006 Lancia Thesis is newer by 18 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 79 more horse power than 2006 Lancia Thesis. (173 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 2006 Lancia Thesis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 365 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, 2006 Lancia Thesis, 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, 2006 Lancia Thesis (380 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa. (314 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Lamborghini Jalpa | 2006 Lancia Thesis | |
Make | Lamborghini | Lancia |
Model | Jalpa | Thesis |
Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3485 cc | 2387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 227 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 75 L |