2007 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 1972 Simca 1000
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Simca 1000 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 113 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Hyundai Tiburon (245 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (98 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Tiburon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Tiburon | 1972 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Simca |
| Model | Tiburon | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2230 mm |
