2005 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 1973 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Tiburon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Tiburon (144 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Tiburon weights approximately 864 kg more than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Hyundai Tiburon (180 Nm) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm). This means 2005 Hyundai Tiburon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Tiburon | 1973 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Tiburon | Minica |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 144 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1334 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2010 mm |
