2009 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa would be higher. At 3,485 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera (256 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa. (252 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera should accelerate faster than 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa.
Because 1989 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 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera, 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, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa. (314 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera | 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lamborghini |
| Model | Brera | Jalpa |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3195 cc | 3485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 322 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 227 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
