1963 Fiat 1500 vs. 2006 Hyundai Tiburon
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 2,655 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Tiburon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Tiburon (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1963 Fiat 1500. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 1963 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Tiburon weights approximately 460 kg more than 1963 Fiat 1500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Fiat 1500 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 1963 Fiat 1500. 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 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Fiat 1500. (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Tiburon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Fiat 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Fiat 1500 | 2006 Hyundai Tiburon | |
| Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
| Model | 1500 | Tiburon |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1481 cc | 2655 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2540 mm |
