1996 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 2012 Ford Bantam
To start off, 2012 Ford Bantam is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Hyundai Tiburon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Hyundai Tiburon 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) has 56 more horse power than 2012 Ford Bantam. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Hyundai Tiburon weights approximately 291 kg more than 2012 Ford Bantam. 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, 1996 Hyundai Tiburon (166 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Bantam. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Hyundai Tiburon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Hyundai Tiburon | 2012 Ford Bantam | |
| Make | Hyundai | Ford |
| Model | Tiburon | Bantam |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1834 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.5 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1257 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 54 L |
