1955 Fiat 1100 vs. 2007 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Actyon is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Actyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SsangYong Actyon (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1955 Fiat 1100. (49 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Actyon should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 971 kg more than 1955 Fiat 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 SsangYong Actyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Fiat 1100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 SsangYong Actyon (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Actyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fiat 1100. 2007 SsangYong Actyon has automatic transmission and 1955 Fiat 1100 has manual transmission. 1955 Fiat 1100 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 SsangYong Actyon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Fiat 1100 | 2007 SsangYong Actyon | |
| Make | Fiat | SsangYong |
| Model | 1100 | Actyon |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1776 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 75 L |
