1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2006 Hyundai Tiburon
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 2,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Tiburon (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Tiburon weights approximately 235 kg more than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Hyundai Tiburon (245 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Tiburon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 2006 Hyundai Tiburon | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Hyundai |
| Model | Sports Convertible | Tiburon |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 2991 cc | 2655 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2540 mm |
