1960 Ford Taunus vs. 2007 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Actyon is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ford Taunus 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 86 more horse power than 1960 Ford Taunus. (53 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Actyon should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 810 kg more than 1960 Ford Taunus. 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 1960 Ford Taunus. 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 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ford Taunus. (111 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Actyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Ford Taunus | 2007 SsangYong Actyon | |
| Make | Ford | SsangYong |
| Model | Taunus | Actyon |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 18.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1776 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 75 L |
