1981 Ferrari 208 vs. 2005 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Actyon is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ferrari 208 would be higher. At 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Actyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ferrari 208 (153 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Actyon. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Actyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 467 kg more than 1981 Ferrari 208.
Because 2005 SsangYong Actyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Ferrari 208. 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 (214 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ferrari 208. (170 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Actyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ferrari 208 | 2005 SsangYong Actyon | |
| Make | Ferrari | SsangYong |
| Model | 208 | Actyon |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1772 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2750 mm |
