2007 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 1968 Reliant Regal
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Reliant Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Reliant Regal would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Tiburon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Tiburon (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1968 Reliant Regal. (29 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 1968 Reliant Regal.
Because 1968 Reliant Regal 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 1968 Reliant Regal. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Hyundai Tiburon (245 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Reliant Regal. (46 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Tiburon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Reliant Regal.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Tiburon | 1968 Reliant Regal | |
| Make | Hyundai | Reliant |
| Model | Tiburon | Regal |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 46 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 60.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 1940 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 27 L |
