1978 Fiat Ritmo vs. 2010 Geely Ck1
To start off, 2010 Geely Ck1 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Fiat Ritmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Fiat Ritmo would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Fiat Ritmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Geely Ck1 (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1978 Fiat Ritmo. (73 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Geely Ck1 should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Geely Ck1 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1978 Fiat Ritmo. 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, 1978 Fiat Ritmo (118 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Geely Ck1. (110 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1978 Fiat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Geely Ck1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Fiat Ritmo | 2010 Geely Ck1 | |
| Make | Fiat | Geely |
| Model | Ritmo | Ck1 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1341 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 45 L |
