1989 Lamborghini Jalpa vs. 1957 Peugeot 203

To start off, 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Peugeot 203 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 208 more horse power than 1957 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 1957 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa weights approximately 575 kg more than 1957 Peugeot 203. 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, 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa (314 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Peugeot 203.

Compare all specifications:

1989 Lamborghini Jalpa 1957 Peugeot 203
Make Lamborghini Peugeot
Model Jalpa 203
Year Released 1989 1957
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 3485 cc 1290 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 252 HP 44 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 4500 RPM
Torque 314 Nm 80 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 2500 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.2:1 6.8:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1500 kg 925 kg
Vehicle Length 4340 mm 4360 mm
Vehicle Width 1890 mm 1610 mm
Vehicle Height 1150 mm 1570 mm
Wheelbase Size 2460 mm 2580 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 80 L 70 L


 

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