1959 Vauxhall Victor vs. 2005 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Actyon is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Vauxhall Victor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Vauxhall Victor would be higher. At 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Actyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Actyon (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1959 Vauxhall Victor. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Actyon should accelerate faster than 1959 Vauxhall Victor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 837 kg more than 1959 Vauxhall Victor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 SsangYong Actyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Vauxhall Victor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 SsangYong Actyon (214 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Vauxhall Victor. (116 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Actyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Vauxhall Victor. 2005 SsangYong Actyon has automatic transmission and 1959 Vauxhall Victor has manual transmission. 1959 Vauxhall Victor will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 SsangYong Actyon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Vauxhall Victor | 2005 SsangYong Actyon | |
| Make | Vauxhall | SsangYong |
| Model | Victor | Actyon |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1508 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 939 kg | 1776 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 75 L |
