1959 Abarth 750 vs. 2011 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Actyon is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 750 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 105 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 SsangYong Actyon should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 1237 kg more than 1959 Abarth 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Abarth 750 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Abarth 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 SsangYong Actyon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 @ 4500 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 750. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 SsangYong Actyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 750 | 2011 SsangYong Actyon | |
| Make | Abarth | SsangYong |
| Model | 750 | Actyon |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1772 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 75 L |
