1960 Abarth 700 vs. 2006 Hyundai Tiburon
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 700 would be higher. At 2,653 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Tiburon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Tiburon (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Tiburon weights approximately 880 kg more than 1960 Abarth 700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Abarth 700 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 1960 Abarth 700. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Tiburon, 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, 2006 Hyundai Tiburon (245 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 700. (70 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Tiburon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 700 | 2006 Hyundai Tiburon | |
| Make | Abarth | Hyundai |
| Model | 700 | Tiburon |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 2653 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 55 L |
