1949 Citroen 11 vs. 1956 Volvo P 1900
To start off, 1956 Volvo P 1900 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Citroen 11. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Citroen 11 would be higher. At 1,911 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 Citroen 11 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Volvo P 1900 (62 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1949 Citroen 11. (55 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Volvo P 1900 should accelerate faster than 1949 Citroen 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Citroen 11 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1956 Volvo P 1900.
Because 1956 Volvo P 1900 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 1956 Volvo P 1900. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1949 Citroen 11, 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Citroen 11 | 1956 Volvo P 1900 | |
| Make | Citroen | Volvo |
| Model | 11 | P 1900 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1414 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2610 mm |
