2009 Geely CK vs. 1963 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2009 Geely CK is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 1,341 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Geely CK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Geely CK (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1963 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Geely CK should accelerate faster than 1963 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Geely CK weights approximately 80 kg more than 1963 Wartburg 311. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Geely CK (110 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Geely CK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Geely CK | 1963 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Geely | Wartburg |
| Model | CK | 311 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1341 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.7 mm | 70.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 43 L |
