Lamborghini Jalpa facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Lamborghini Jalpa |
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Lamborghini Jalpa (with the optional rear wing)
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| Overview | |
| Manufacturer | Lamborghini |
| Also called | Lamborghini Jalpa P350 |
| Production | 1981–1988 410 produced |
| Assembly | Italy: Bolognese, Sant'Agata |
| Designer | Giulio Alfieri Carrozzeria Bertone |
| Body and chassis | |
| Class | Sports car (S) |
| Body style | 2-door targa |
| Layout | Transverse mid-engine, rear-wheel drive |
| Powertrain | |
| Engine | 3.5-litre Lamborghini V8 |
| Transmission | 5-speed synchromesh manual |
| Dimensions | |
| Wheelbase | 2,451 mm (96.5 in) |
| Length | 4,330 mm (170.5 in) |
| Width | 1,880 mm (74.0 in) |
| Height | 1,140 mm (44.9 in) |
| Weight | 1,510 kg (3,329 lb) |
| Chronology | |
| Predecessor | Lamborghini Silhouette |
| Successor | Lamborghini Gallardo |
The Lamborghini Jalpa is a sports car. Lamborghini built it from 1981 to 1988. The Jalpa came after the Silhouette. The Jalpa was designed by Carrozzeria Bertone.
History
The Jalpa was introduced at the 1981 Geneva Auto Show. It was based off the Silhouette. Lamborghini designed it to be less expensive than the Countach.
Engine and transmission
The Jalpa was powered by a 3.5 L (210 cu in) V8 engine. The engine in the Jalpa came from the Silhouette. The Jalpa’s engine had a power output of 255 hp (190 kW; 259 PS), and 225 lb⋅ft (305 N⋅m) of torque. The engine in the US models made 250 hp (186 kW; 253 PS).
Performance
Lamborghini said that the Jalpa could accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h (62 mph) in 6.0 seconds. They also said that it could reach 161 km/h (100 mph) in 19.1 seconds. The top speed of the Jalpa was 249 km/h (155 mph). The Jalpa weighed 1,510 kg (3,329 lb).
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Images for kids
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Rear 3/4 view of the Jalpa
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Interior
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The 3.5-litre transverse V8 engine used in the Jalpa along with attached transmission, rear suspension components and the rear brakes
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See also
In Spanish: Lamborghini Jalpa para niños
