1997 Caterham C21 vs. 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa
To start off, 1997 Caterham C21 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa would be higher. At 3,480 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa (253 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1997 Caterham C21. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 1997 Caterham C21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa weights approximately 850 kg more than 1997 Caterham C21. 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, 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa (319 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Caterham C21. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Caterham C21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Caterham C21 | 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa | |
| Make | Caterham | Lamborghini |
| Model | C21 | Jalpa |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 3480 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 253 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2460 mm |
