1951 Ford Vedette vs. 2012 Geely CK
To start off, 2012 Geely CK is newer by 61 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Ford Vedette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Ford Vedette would be higher. At 2,158 cc (8 cylinders), 1951 Ford Vedette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Geely CK (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1951 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Geely CK should accelerate faster than 1951 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Ford Vedette weights approximately 88 kg more than 2012 Geely CK.
Because 1951 Ford Vedette 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 1951 Ford Vedette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Geely CK, 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, 1951 Ford Vedette (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Geely CK. (110 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1951 Ford Vedette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Geely CK.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Ford Vedette | 2012 Geely CK | |
Make | Ford | Geely |
Model | Vedette | CK |
Year Released | 1951 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2158 cc | 1342 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1128 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2440 mm |