2009 Geely CK vs. 1965 Riley 4
To start off, 2009 Geely CK is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Riley 4 would be higher. At 1,620 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Riley 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Geely CK (85 HP) has 18 more horse power than 1965 Riley 4. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Geely CK should accelerate faster than 1965 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Riley 4 weights approximately 108 kg more than 2009 Geely CK.
Because 1965 Riley 4 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 1965 Riley 4. 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, 1965 Riley 4 (121 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Geely CK. (110 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1965 Riley 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Geely CK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Geely CK | 1965 Riley 4 | |
| Make | Geely | Riley |
| Model | CK | 4 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1341 cc | 1620 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.7 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1148 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
