1969 Toyota Century vs. 2010 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Actyon is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Toyota Century would be higher. At 2,981 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 SsangYong Actyon (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1969 Toyota Century. (127 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Actyon should accelerate faster than 1969 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 72 kg more than 1969 Toyota Century. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 SsangYong Actyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Toyota Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 1969 Toyota Century (236 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 SsangYong Actyon. (214 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1969 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 SsangYong Actyon. 2010 SsangYong Actyon has automatic transmission and 1969 Toyota Century has manual transmission. 1969 Toyota Century will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 SsangYong Actyon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Toyota Century | 2010 SsangYong Actyon | |
| Make | Toyota | SsangYong |
| Model | Century | Actyon |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2981 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1704 kg | 1776 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
