1978 Ford Capri 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 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Capri would be higher. At 1,593 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ford Capri (87 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2010 Geely Ck1. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 2010 Geely Ck1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Geely Ck1 weights approximately 15 kg more than 1978 Ford Capri.
Because 1978 Ford Capri 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 1978 Ford Capri. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 1978 Ford Capri (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Geely Ck1. (110 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1978 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Geely Ck1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ford Capri | 2010 Geely Ck1 | |
| Make | Ford | Geely |
| Model | Capri | Ck1 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 1342 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2440 mm |
