1956 Citroen ID 19 vs. 1975 Skoda 110 L
To start off, 1975 Skoda 110 L is newer by 19 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 23 more horse power than 1975 Skoda 110 L. (43 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Citroen ID 19 should accelerate faster than 1975 Skoda 110 L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Citroen ID 19 weights approximately 429 kg more than 1975 Skoda 110 L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Skoda 110 L 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 1975 Skoda 110 L. 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 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Skoda 110 L. (69 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1956 Citroen ID 19 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Skoda 110 L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Citroen ID 19 | 1975 Skoda 110 L | |
| Make | Citroen | Skoda |
| Model | ID 19 | 110 L |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 43 HP |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 8.3:1 |
| 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 | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 31 L |
