1996 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 1975 Peugeot 504
To start off, 1996 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Peugeot 504 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 58 more horse power than 1975 Peugeot 504. (72 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 1975 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 17 kg more than 1996 Hyundai Tiburon.
Because 1975 Peugeot 504 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 Peugeot 504. 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 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Peugeot 504. (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Hyundai Tiburon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Hyundai Tiburon | 1975 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Peugeot |
| Model | Tiburon | 504 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1834 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 81 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1257 kg | 1274 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 60 L |
