1961 Austin 7 vs. 2008 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Actyon is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin 7 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Actyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SsangYong Actyon (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Actyon should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 1166 kg more than 1961 Austin 7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 SsangYong Actyon (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Actyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin 7 | 2008 SsangYong Actyon | |
| Make | Austin | SsangYong |
| Model | 7 | Actyon |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 18.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1776 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 75 L |
