2006 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 1963 Lancia Appia
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 2,653 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Tiburon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Tiburon (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1963 Lancia Appia. (52 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 1963 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Tiburon weights approximately 500 kg more than 1963 Lancia Appia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Lancia Appia 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 1963 Lancia Appia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Hyundai Tiburon (245 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Tiburon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Hyundai Tiburon | 1963 Lancia Appia | |
Make | Hyundai | Lancia |
Model | Tiburon | Appia |
Year Released | 2006 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2653 cc | 1090 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 52 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 87 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 68 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 42 L |