1989 Lamborghini Jalpa vs. 1961 Riley 4

To start off, 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Riley 4 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 189 more horse power than 1961 Riley 4. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 1961 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa weights approximately 360 kg more than 1961 Riley 4. 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 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Riley 4. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Riley 4.

Compare all specifications:

1989 Lamborghini Jalpa 1961 Riley 4
Make Lamborghini Riley
Model Jalpa 4
Year Released 1989 1961
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 3485 cc 1489 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 252 HP 63 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 314 Nm 115 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 3300 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.2:1 7.3:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Top Speed 227 km/hour 126 km/hour
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 1140 kg
Vehicle Length 4340 mm 4530 mm
Vehicle Width 1890 mm 1620 mm
Vehicle Height 1150 mm 1530 mm
Wheelbase Size 2460 mm 2550 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 80 L 45 L


 

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