1956 Citroen ID 19 vs. 1970 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 1970 Sunbeam Alpine is newer by 14 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, 1970 Sunbeam Alpine (71 HP) has 5 more horse power than 1956 Citroen ID 19. (66 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Sunbeam Alpine 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 1970 Sunbeam Alpine.
Because 1970 Sunbeam Alpine 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 1970 Sunbeam Alpine. 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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Sunbeam Alpine. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1956 Citroen ID 19 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Citroen ID 19 | 1970 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Citroen | Sunbeam |
| Model | ID 19 | Alpine |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1970 |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1725 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 71 HP |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1234 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2510 mm |
