1975 Ford Cortina vs. 2006 Hyundai Tiburon
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Tiburon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Tiburon (176 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1975 Ford Cortina. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Tiburon weights approximately 950 kg more than 1975 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Ford Cortina 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 1975 Ford Cortina. 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 (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Cortina. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Tiburon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Cortina | 2006 Hyundai Tiburon | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Cortina | Tiburon |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 55 L |
