1973 Honda Civic vs. 2011 Geely Ck1
To start off, 2011 Geely Ck1 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,342 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Geely Ck1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Geely Ck1 (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1973 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Geely Ck1 should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Geely Ck1 weights approximately 365 kg more than 1973 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (110 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda Civic. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Geely Ck1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Honda Civic | 2011 Geely Ck1 | |
| Make | Honda | Geely |
| Model | Civic | Ck1 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
| Engine Size | 1168 cc | 1342 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2440 mm |
