2001 Honda Fit vs. 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa
To start off, 2001 Honda Fit is newer by 13 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 167 more horse power than 2001 Honda Fit. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa weights approximately 510 kg more than 2001 Honda Fit. 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, 2001 Honda Fit, 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 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Fit. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Fit | 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa | |
| Make | Honda | Lamborghini |
| Model | Fit | Jalpa |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 3485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 80 L |
