2005 Daewoo Kalos vs. 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa
To start off, 2005 Daewoo Kalos is newer by 17 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 181 more horse power than 2005 Daewoo Kalos. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 2005 Daewoo Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa weights approximately 540 kg more than 2005 Daewoo Kalos. 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, 2005 Daewoo Kalos, 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 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daewoo Kalos. (104 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daewoo Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daewoo Kalos | 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa | |
| Make | Daewoo | Lamborghini |
| Model | Kalos | Jalpa |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1150 cc | 3485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |
