1974 Ford Fairlane vs. 2011 Geely Ck1
To start off, 2011 Geely Ck1 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Ford Fairlane (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2011 Geely Ck1. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 2011 Geely Ck1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 412 kg more than 2011 Geely Ck1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Ford Fairlane 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 1974 Ford Fairlane. 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, 1974 Ford Fairlane (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Geely Ck1. (128 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1974 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Geely Ck1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Ford Fairlane | 2011 Geely Ck1 | |
| Make | Ford | Geely |
| Model | Fairlane | Ck1 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2440 mm |
