2006 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 1973 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mitsubishi Galant 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 83 more horse power than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Tiburon weights approximately 450 kg more than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. 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 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Tiburon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Hyundai Tiburon | 1973 Mitsubishi Galant | |
Make | Hyundai | Mitsubishi |
Model | Tiburon | Galant |
Year Released | 2006 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2653 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2430 mm |