2000 SsangYong Rexton vs. 1956 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2000 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Volkswagen Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Volkswagen Beetle would be higher. At 3,197 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 SsangYong Rexton (217 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1956 Volkswagen Beetle. (38 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1956 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 1160 kg more than 1956 Volkswagen Beetle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Volkswagen Beetle. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2000 SsangYong Rexton (318 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Volkswagen Beetle. (88 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Volkswagen Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 SsangYong Rexton | 1956 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | SsangYong | Volkswagen |
| Model | Rexton | Beetle |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1956 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3197 cc | 1192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 77.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 64 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2410 mm |
