2007 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 1973 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Tiburon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Tiburon (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Tiburon weights approximately 810 kg more than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Hyundai Tiburon (185 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Tiburon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Tiburon | 1973 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Tiburon | Minica |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2010 mm |
