1990 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2009 Geely CK
To start off, 2009 Geely CK is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 1,962 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2009 Geely CK. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2009 Geely CK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 120 kg more than 2009 Geely CK. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider 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 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Geely CK, 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, 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider (157 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Geely CK. (110 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Geely CK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2009 Geely CK | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Geely |
| Model | Spider | CK |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1962 cc | 1342 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2440 mm |
