1990 Ford Fiesta vs. 2010 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Actyon is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 SsangYong Actyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 SsangYong Actyon (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1990 Ford Fiesta. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Actyon should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 862 kg more than 1990 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 SsangYong Actyon (214 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Fiesta. (183 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 SsangYong Actyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Fiesta | 2010 SsangYong Actyon | |
| Make | Ford | SsangYong |
| Model | Fiesta | Actyon |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1772 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 75 L |
