1958 Ford Escort vs. 2009 Geely CK
To start off, 2009 Geely CK is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,341 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Geely CK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Geely CK (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1958 Ford Escort. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Geely CK should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Geely CK weights approximately 223 kg more than 1958 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Ford Escort 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 1958 Ford Escort. 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, 2009 Geely CK (110 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Escort. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2009 Geely CK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Ford Escort | 2009 Geely CK | |
| Make | Ford | Geely |
| Model | Escort | CK |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1341 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 78.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 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 | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 817 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 45 L |
