2006 Fiat Ulysse vs. 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa

To start off, 2006 Fiat Ulysse is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa would be higher. At 3,480 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa (255 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Ulysse. (126 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 283 kg more than 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa.

Because 1983 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 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Ulysse, 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, both vehicles can yield 314 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.

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2006 Fiat Ulysse 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa
Make Fiat Lamborghini
Model Ulysse Jalpa
Year Released 2006 1983
Body Type Minivan Coupe
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 2177 cc 3480 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 126 HP 255 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 7000 RPM
Torque 314 Nm 314 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 85 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 96 mm 75 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 18.0:1 9.2:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Top Speed 182 km/hour 232 km/hour
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1783 kg 1500 kg
Vehicle Length 4730 mm 4340 mm
Vehicle Width 1870 mm 1890 mm
Vehicle Height 1760 mm 1150 mm
Wheelbase Size 2830 mm 2460 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 80 L 80 L


 

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