1999 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 1958 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 1999 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Hyundai Tiburon (140 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1958 Lancia Flaminia. (101 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 1958 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Hyundai Tiburon weights approximately 550 kg more than 1958 Lancia Flaminia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Lancia Flaminia 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 1958 Lancia Flaminia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1958 Lancia Flaminia (186 Nm) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Hyundai Tiburon. (165 Nm). This means 1958 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Hyundai Tiburon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Hyundai Tiburon | 1958 Lancia Flaminia | |
| Make | Hyundai | Lancia |
| Model | Tiburon | Flaminia |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Top Speed | 194 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2960 mm |
