1956 Citroen ID 19 vs. 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa
To start off, 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Citroen ID 19. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Citroen ID 19 would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (187 HP) has 121 more horse power than 1956 Citroen ID 19. (66 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen ID 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Citroen ID 19 weights approximately 554 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Because 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa 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 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1956 Citroen ID 19, 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, 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (205 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen ID 19. (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen ID 19.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Citroen ID 19 | 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | |
Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
Model | ID 19 | 500 Testarossa |
Year Released | 1956 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 187 HP |
Torque | 133 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1234 kg | 680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2260 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 88 L |