1989 Lamborghini Jalpa vs. 1961 Subaru 360
To start off, 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Subaru 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Subaru 360 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 238 more horse power than 1961 Subaru 360. (14 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 1961 Subaru 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa weights approximately 1115 kg more than 1961 Subaru 360. 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 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Subaru 360. (30 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Subaru 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa | 1961 Subaru 360 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Subaru |
| Model | Jalpa | 360 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3485 cc | 355 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 30 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 1780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |
