2009 Geely CK vs. 1967 Riley 4
To start off, 2009 Geely CK is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Riley 4 would be higher. At 1,622 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Riley 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Geely CK (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1967 Riley 4. (67 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Geely CK should accelerate faster than 1967 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Riley 4 weights approximately 108 kg more than 2009 Geely CK.
Because 1967 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 1967 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, 1967 Riley 4 (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Geely CK. (110 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1967 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 | 1967 Riley 4 | |
| Make | Geely | Riley |
| Model | CK | 4 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1341 cc | 1622 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 120 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 |
