1965 Ford Corsair vs. 2009 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Actyon is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ford Corsair 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) has 73 more horse power than 1965 Ford Corsair. (66 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Actyon should accelerate faster than 1965 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 796 kg more than 1965 Ford Corsair. 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 1965 Ford Corsair. 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 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Ford Corsair. (114 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Actyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Ford Corsair | 2009 SsangYong Actyon | |
| Make | Ford | SsangYong |
| Model | Corsair | Actyon |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1663 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 139 HP |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.6 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1776 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2750 mm |
