1949 Austin A 90 vs. 2011 Geely Ck1
To start off, 2011 Geely Ck1 is newer by 62 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 Austin A 90 (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2011 Geely Ck1. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1949 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 2011 Geely Ck1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Austin A 90 weights approximately 319 kg more than 2011 Geely Ck1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1949 Austin A 90 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1949 Austin A 90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Geely Ck1, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1949 Austin A 90 (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Geely Ck1. (110 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1949 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Geely Ck1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Austin A 90 | 2011 Geely Ck1 | |
| Make | Austin | Geely |
| Model | A 90 | Ck1 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2011 |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 1342 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 78.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1359 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 45 L |
