1970 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 2007 Hyundai Tiburon
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Tiburon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Tiburon (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior.
Because 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior 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 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Hyundai Tiburon (245 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Tiburon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior | 2007 Hyundai Tiburon | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Hyundai |
| Model | Junior | Tiburon |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2540 mm |
