1970 Honda Z vs. 2011 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Actyon is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Honda Z would be higher. At 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 SsangYong Actyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 SsangYong Actyon (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1970 Honda Z. (37 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 SsangYong Actyon should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 1247 kg more than 1970 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 SsangYong Actyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Honda Z. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 SsangYong Actyon (214 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda Z. (45 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2011 SsangYong Actyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Honda Z | 2011 SsangYong Actyon | |
| Make | Honda | SsangYong |
| Model | Z | Actyon |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 599 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 525 kg | 1772 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2750 mm |
