2005 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 1964 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 2,655 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Tiburon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Tiburon (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1964 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 1964 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Tiburon weights approximately 1410 kg more than 1964 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 Toyota Publica 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 1964 Toyota Publica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Hyundai Tiburon (244 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Tiburon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Tiburon | 1964 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Tiburon | Publica |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2655 cc | 696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 580 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 61 L |
