2003 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 1965 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 2003 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 2,774 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Lancia Flaminia (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2003 Hyundai Tiburon. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 2003 Hyundai Tiburon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Hyundai Tiburon weights approximately 570 kg more than 1965 Lancia Flaminia.
Because 1965 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 1965 Lancia Flaminia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 1965 Lancia Flaminia (225 Nm) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Hyundai Tiburon. (180 Nm). This means 1965 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Hyundai Tiburon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Hyundai Tiburon | 1965 Lancia Flaminia | |
| Make | Hyundai | Lancia |
| Model | Tiburon | Flaminia |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1966 cc | 2774 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.8 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.5 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2530 mm |
