1968 Fiat 124 vs. 2005 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Actyon is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Actyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Actyon (139 HP) has 80 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 124. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Actyon should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 842 kg more than 1968 Fiat 124. 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 1968 Fiat 124. 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 (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 124. (88 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Actyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Fiat 124 | 2005 SsangYong Actyon | |
| Make | Fiat | SsangYong |
| Model | 124 | Actyon |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 139 HP |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 86.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1772 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 75 L |
