1961 Austin 7 vs. 2010 Geely Ck1
To start off, 2010 Geely Ck1 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin 7 would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Geely Ck1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Geely Ck1 (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Geely Ck1 should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Geely Ck1 weights approximately 434 kg more than 1961 Austin 7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Geely Ck1 (128 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Geely Ck1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin 7 | 2010 Geely Ck1 | |
| Make | Austin | Geely |
| Model | 7 | Ck1 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2010 |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1044 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 45 L |
