1956 Citroen ID 19 vs. 1964 Fiat 1300
To start off, 1964 Fiat 1300 is newer by 8 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, 1956 Citroen ID 19 (66 HP) has 2 more horse power than 1964 Fiat 1300. (64 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Citroen ID 19 should accelerate faster than 1964 Fiat 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Citroen ID 19 weights approximately 274 kg more than 1964 Fiat 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 Fiat 1300 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 1964 Fiat 1300. 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, 1956 Citroen ID 19 (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Fiat 1300. (93 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1956 Citroen ID 19 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Fiat 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Citroen ID 19 | 1964 Fiat 1300 | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | ID 19 | 1300 |
Year Released | 1956 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 64 HP |
Torque | 133 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 71.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 8.7:1 |
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 | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 37 L |