1956 Ford Consul vs. 2009 Geely CK
To start off, 2009 Geely CK is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ford Consul would be higher. At 1,703 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Ford Consul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Geely CK (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1956 Ford Consul. (51 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Geely CK should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Ford Consul weights approximately 46 kg more than 2009 Geely CK.
Because 1956 Ford Consul 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 1956 Ford Consul. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1956 Ford Consul (127 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Geely CK. (110 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1956 Ford Consul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Geely CK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Ford Consul | 2009 Geely CK | |
| Make | Ford | Geely |
| Model | Consul | CK |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1703 cc | 1342 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 45 L |
