1996 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 1977 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1996 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Publica 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 67 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Hyundai Tiburon weights approximately 502 kg more than 1977 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Hyundai Tiburon (166 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1996 Hyundai Tiburon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Hyundai Tiburon | 1977 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Tiburon | Publica |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1834 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1257 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2270 mm |
