1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 1996 Hyundai Tiburon
To start off, 1996 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Hyundai Tiburon (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible weights approximately 193 kg more than 1996 Hyundai Tiburon.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Hyundai Tiburon. (166 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Hyundai Tiburon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 1996 Hyundai Tiburon | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Hyundai |
| Model | Sports Convertible | Tiburon |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1257 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2480 mm |
