1958 Ford Popular 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 Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford Popular would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Geely CK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Geely CK (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1958 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Geely CK should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Geely CK weights approximately 305 kg more than 1958 Ford Popular. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Ford Popular 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 Popular. 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 (128 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Geely CK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Popular. 2009 Geely CK has automatic transmission and 1958 Ford Popular has manual transmission. 1958 Ford Popular will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Geely CK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Ford Popular | 2009 Geely CK | |
| Make | Ford | Geely |
| Model | Popular | CK |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1171 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2440 mm |
