1956 Citroen ID 19 vs. 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111
To start off, 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 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 2,195 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 (94 HP) has 28 more horse power than 1956 Citroen ID 19. (66 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen ID 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 weights approximately 86 kg more than 1956 Citroen ID 19. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen ID 19. (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 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 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | ID 19 | W 111 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 2195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 94 HP |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 93.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1234 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2760 mm |
