1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2007 Hyundai Tiburon
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Tiburon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Tiburon (137 HP) has 22 more horse power than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (115 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Tiburon weights approximately 230 kg more than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Hyundai Tiburon (185 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Tiburon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 2007 Hyundai Tiburon | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Hyundai |
| Model | Giulia | Tiburon |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 137 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 55 L |
