2008 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 1975 Seat 124
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Seat 124 would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Tiburon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Tiburon (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1975 Seat 124. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 1975 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Tiburon weights approximately 104 kg more than 1975 Seat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Hyundai Tiburon (245 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Seat 124. (113 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Tiburon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Tiburon | 1975 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Seat |
| Model | Tiburon | 124 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 1438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1058 kg | 954 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2430 mm |
