1975 Ford Torino vs. 2003 Hyundai Tiburon
To start off, 2003 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Torino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Torino would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Hyundai Tiburon (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1975 Ford Torino. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Hyundai Tiburon weights approximately 340 kg more than 1975 Ford Torino. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Ford Torino 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 Torino. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 1975 Ford Torino (250 Nm) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Hyundai Tiburon. (180 Nm). This means 1975 Ford Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Hyundai Tiburon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Torino | 2003 Hyundai Tiburon | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Torino | Tiburon |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 1966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 81.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2610 mm |
