2002 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 1972 Nissan Fairlady
To start off, 2002 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Nissan Fairlady. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Nissan Fairlady would be higher. At 2,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Hyundai Tiburon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Hyundai Tiburon (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Fairlady. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Fairlady. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Hyundai Tiburon weights approximately 995 kg more than 1972 Nissan Fairlady. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Nissan Fairlady 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 1972 Nissan Fairlady. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Hyundai Tiburon (255 Nm) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Fairlady. (175 Nm). This means 2002 Hyundai Tiburon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Fairlady.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Hyundai Tiburon | 1972 Nissan Fairlady | |
| Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
| Model | Tiburon | Fairlady |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2701 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2310 mm |
