2009 Fiat Panda vs. 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa
To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda 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, 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa (252 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa weights approximately 535 kg more than 2009 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Panda 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, 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa (314 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Panda | 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa | |
| Make | Fiat | Lamborghini |
| Model | Panda | Jalpa |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 3485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 80 L |
