2006 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 1964 Trabant P 601
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Trabant P 601. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Trabant P 601 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 149 more horse power than 1964 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 1964 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Tiburon weights approximately 1070 kg more than 1964 Trabant P 601. 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, 2006 Hyundai Tiburon (245 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Tiburon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Tiburon | 1964 Trabant P 601 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Trabant |
| Model | Tiburon | P 601 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2655 cc | 595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 24 L |
