1961 Ford Prefect 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 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 SsangYong Actyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 SsangYong Actyon (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1961 Ford Prefect. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 SsangYong Actyon should accelerate faster than 1961 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 998 kg more than 1961 Ford Prefect. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 SsangYong Actyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Ford Prefect. 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, 2011 SsangYong Actyon (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2011 SsangYong Actyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Ford Prefect. 2011 SsangYong Actyon has automatic transmission and 1961 Ford Prefect has manual transmission. 1961 Ford Prefect will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 SsangYong Actyon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Ford Prefect | 2011 SsangYong Actyon | |
| Make | Ford | SsangYong |
| Model | Prefect | Actyon |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 778 kg | 1776 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 75 L |
