1964 Ford Zephyr vs. 2009 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Actyon is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Actyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Actyon (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1964 Ford Zephyr. (72 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Actyon should accelerate faster than 1964 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 627 kg more than 1964 Ford Zephyr. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 SsangYong Actyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Ford Zephyr. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 SsangYong Actyon (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ford Zephyr. (129 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Actyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Ford Zephyr | 2009 SsangYong Actyon | |
| Make | Ford | SsangYong |
| Model | Zephyr | Actyon |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1703 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 86.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1772 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 75 L |
