2006 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 1965 Ford Zodiac
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ford Zodiac 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 64 more horse power than 1965 Ford Zodiac. (108 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 1965 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Tiburon weights approximately 180 kg more than 1965 Ford Zodiac. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Ford Zodiac 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 1965 Ford Zodiac. 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 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Ford Zodiac. (190 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Tiburon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Ford Zodiac.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Tiburon | 1965 Ford Zodiac | |
| Make | Hyundai | Ford |
| Model | Tiburon | Zodiac |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2653 cc | 2553 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |
