1957 Fiat 500 vs. 2011 Geely Ck1
To start off, 2011 Geely Ck1 is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Geely Ck1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Geely Ck1 (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Geely Ck1 should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Geely Ck1 weights approximately 570 kg more than 1957 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Fiat 500 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 1957 Fiat 500. 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, 2011 Geely Ck1 (128 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Geely Ck1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Fiat 500 | 2011 Geely Ck1 | |
| Make | Fiat | Geely |
| Model | 500 | Ck1 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2011 |
| Engine Size | 479 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 24 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.5 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 45 L |
