1967 Fiat 124 vs. 2006 Hyundai Tiburon

To start off, 2006 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Tiburon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Tiburon (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1967 Fiat 124. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat 124.

Because 1967 Fiat 124 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 1967 Fiat 124. 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 (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat 124. (89 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Tiburon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat 124.

Compare all specifications:

1967 Fiat 124 2006 Hyundai Tiburon
Make Fiat Hyundai
Model 124 Tiburon
Year Released 1967 2006
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1197 cc 1983 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 59 HP 138 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 89 Nm 184 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 4500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 73 mm 82 mm
Engine Stroke Size 71.5 mm 93.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 8.8:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 4050 mm 4400 mm
Vehicle Width 1630 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1340 mm
Wheelbase Size 2500 mm 2540 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 38 L 55 L