1996 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 1957 Lancia Appia
To start off, 1996 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 1,834 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Hyundai Tiburon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Hyundai Tiburon (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1957 Lancia Appia. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 1957 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Hyundai Tiburon weights approximately 397 kg more than 1957 Lancia Appia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Lancia Appia 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 1957 Lancia Appia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Hyundai Tiburon (166 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Hyundai Tiburon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Hyundai Tiburon | 1957 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Hyundai | Lancia |
| Model | Tiburon | Appia |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1834 cc | 1090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1257 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2520 mm |
