2006 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 1963 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Tiburon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Tiburon (176 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1963 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 1963 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Tiburon weights approximately 1288 kg more than 1963 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Opel Kadett 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 Opel Kadett. 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 (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Opel Kadett. (70 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Tiburon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Tiburon | 1963 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Hyundai | Opel |
| Model | Tiburon | Kadett |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 61 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 702 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2330 mm |
