2003 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 1966 Lotus Europa
To start off, 2003 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Lotus Europa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Lotus Europa would be higher. At 1,966 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Hyundai Tiburon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Hyundai Tiburon (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1966 Lotus Europa. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 1966 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Hyundai Tiburon weights approximately 1380 kg more than 1966 Lotus Europa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Hyundai Tiburon (180 Nm) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm). This means 2003 Hyundai Tiburon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Hyundai Tiburon | 1966 Lotus Europa | |
| Make | Hyundai | Lotus |
| Model | Tiburon | Europa |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1966 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.8 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2340 mm |
