2006 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 1963 Triumph Herald
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Triumph Herald would be higher. At 2,655 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Tiburon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Tiburon (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1963 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 1963 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Tiburon weights approximately 905 kg more than 1963 Triumph Herald. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Hyundai Tiburon (245 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Tiburon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Tiburon | 1963 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Hyundai | Triumph |
| Model | Tiburon | Herald |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2655 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 69.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 29 L |
