1999 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 2010 Fiat Grande Punto
To start off, 2010 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Hyundai Tiburon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Hyundai Tiburon would be higher. At 1,797 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Hyundai Tiburon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Hyundai Tiburon (140 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Grande Punto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Grande Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Hyundai Tiburon weights approximately 900 kg more than 2010 Fiat Grande Punto. 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, 1999 Hyundai Tiburon (165 Nm) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Grande Punto. (102 Nm). This means 1999 Hyundai Tiburon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Grande Punto. 1999 Hyundai Tiburon has automatic transmission and 2010 Fiat Grande Punto has manual transmission. 2010 Fiat Grande Punto will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Hyundai Tiburon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1999 Hyundai Tiburon | 2010 Fiat Grande Punto | |
Make | Hyundai | Fiat |
Model | Tiburon | Grande Punto |
Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1797 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 102 Nm |
Top Speed | 194 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2520 mm |