1975 Honda Civic 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 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,653 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Tiburon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Tiburon (172 HP) has 123 more horse power than 1975 Honda Civic. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 1975 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Tiburon weights approximately 772 kg more than 1975 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Honda Civic. (80 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Tiburon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Honda Civic | 2006 Hyundai Tiburon | |
Make | Honda | Hyundai |
Model | Civic | Tiburon |
Year Released | 1975 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1238 cc | 2653 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 172 HP |
Torque | 80 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 75 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 678 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 55 L |