1954 Volkswagen Beetle vs. 2011 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Actyon is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Volkswagen Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Volkswagen Beetle would be higher. At 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 SsangYong Actyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 SsangYong Actyon (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1954 Volkswagen Beetle. (38 HP @ 3900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 SsangYong Actyon should accelerate faster than 1954 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 1032 kg more than 1954 Volkswagen Beetle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 SsangYong Actyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Volkswagen Beetle. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 SsangYong Actyon will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 SsangYong Actyon (214 Nm) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Volkswagen Beetle. (89 Nm). This means 2011 SsangYong Actyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Volkswagen Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Volkswagen Beetle | 2011 SsangYong Actyon | |
| Make | Volkswagen | SsangYong |
| Model | Beetle | Actyon |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1192 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1772 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2750 mm |
