2006 Audi TT vs. 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa
To start off, 2006 Audi TT is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa would be higher. At 3,479 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa (255 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2006 Audi TT. (250 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi TT weights approximately 55 kg more than 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa.
Because 2006 Audi TT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi TT will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Audi TT (320 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa. (314 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi TT | 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa | |
| Make | Audi | Lamborghini |
| Model | TT | Jalpa |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3194 cc | 3479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 80 L |
