1989 Lamborghini Jalpa vs. 1973 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda Familia 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 178 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa weights approximately 700 kg more than 1973 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa (314 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa | 1973 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Mazda |
| Model | Jalpa | Familia |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3485 cc | 1272 cc |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2270 mm |
