1963 Opel Rekord vs. 2006 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2006 SsangYong Actyon is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 SsangYong Actyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 SsangYong Actyon (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1963 Opel Rekord. (53 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 SsangYong Actyon should accelerate faster than 1963 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 802 kg more than 1963 Opel Rekord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 SsangYong Actyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Opel Rekord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 SsangYong Actyon (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Opel Rekord. (108 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 SsangYong Actyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Opel Rekord | 2006 SsangYong Actyon | |
Make | Opel | SsangYong |
Model | Rekord | Actyon |
Year Released | 1963 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1487 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 | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 85.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1772 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2750 mm |