1996 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 1976 Mazda 1000
To start off, 1996 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda 1000 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 81 more horse power than 1976 Mazda 1000. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Hyundai Tiburon weights approximately 547 kg more than 1976 Mazda 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Mazda 1000 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 1976 Mazda 1000. 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 1976 Mazda 1000. (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Hyundai Tiburon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Hyundai Tiburon | 1976 Mazda 1000 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mazda |
| Model | Tiburon | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1834 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1257 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2270 mm |
