2005 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 1979 Lancia Beta
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 2,653 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Tiburon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Tiburon (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1979 Lancia Beta. (81 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 1979 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Tiburon weights approximately 368 kg more than 1979 Lancia Beta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (250 Nm) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm). This means 2005 Hyundai Tiburon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Tiburon | 1979 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Hyundai | Lancia |
| Model | Tiburon | Beta |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2653 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1368 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 49 L |
