1961 AC Cobra vs. 2011 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Actyon is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 AC Cobra would be higher. At 4,265 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 AC Cobra (256 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2011 SsangYong Actyon. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2011 SsangYong Actyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 792 kg more than 1961 AC Cobra.
Because 2011 SsangYong Actyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 AC Cobra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 1961 AC Cobra (365 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 SsangYong Actyon. (214 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1961 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 SsangYong Actyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 AC Cobra | 2011 SsangYong Actyon | |
| Make | AC | SsangYong |
| Model | Cobra | Actyon |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4265 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1772 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 75 L |
