1991 Fiat Tempra vs. 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa
To start off, 1991 Fiat Tempra is newer by 3 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 177 more horse power than 1991 Fiat Tempra. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 1991 Fiat Tempra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa weights approximately 470 kg more than 1991 Fiat Tempra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1991 Fiat Tempra, 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, 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa (314 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Fiat Tempra. (111 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Fiat Tempra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Fiat Tempra | 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa | |
| Make | Fiat | Lamborghini |
| Model | Tempra | Jalpa |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 3485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |
