1956 Citroen ID 19 vs. 1963 Vauxhall VX4
To start off, 1963 Vauxhall VX4 is newer by 7 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 1,911 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Citroen ID 19 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Vauxhall VX4 (85 HP) has 19 more horse power than 1956 Citroen ID 19. (66 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Vauxhall VX4 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 224 kg more than 1963 Vauxhall VX4.
Because 1963 Vauxhall VX4 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 1963 Vauxhall VX4. 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, 1963 Vauxhall VX4 (134 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen ID 19. (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1963 Vauxhall VX4 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 | 1963 Vauxhall VX4 | |
| Make | Citroen | Vauxhall |
| Model | ID 19 | VX4 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 85 HP |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 81.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1234 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 45 L |
