1962 Ford Consul vs. 2005 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Actyon is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Ford Consul 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 103 more horse power than 1962 Ford Consul. (45 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Actyon should accelerate faster than 1962 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 990 kg more than 1962 Ford Consul. 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 1962 Ford Consul. 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 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Ford Consul. (85 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Actyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Ford Consul | 2005 SsangYong Actyon | |
Make | Ford | SsangYong |
Model | Consul | Actyon |
Year Released | 1962 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 2300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 85 Nm | 214 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 782 kg | 1772 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2750 mm |