1957 Abarth 500 vs. 2006 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2006 SsangYong Actyon is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Abarth 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Abarth 500 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 SsangYong Actyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 SsangYong Actyon (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 500. (23 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 SsangYong Actyon should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 1304 kg more than 1957 Abarth 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 SsangYong Actyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Abarth 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 SsangYong Actyon (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 500. (33 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 SsangYong Actyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Abarth 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Abarth 500 | 2006 SsangYong Actyon | |
| Make | Abarth | SsangYong |
| Model | 500 | Actyon |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 479 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 33 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 86.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 468 kg | 1772 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3350 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1260 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 75 L |
