1956 Citroen ID 19 vs. 1979 Renault 15
To start off, 1979 Renault 15 is newer by 23 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 7 more horse power than 1979 Renault 15. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Citroen ID 19 should accelerate faster than 1979 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Citroen ID 19 weights approximately 269 kg more than 1979 Renault 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Citroen ID 19 (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1956 Citroen ID 19 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Citroen ID 19 | 1979 Renault 15 | |
Make | Citroen | Renault |
Model | ID 19 | 15 |
Year Released | 1956 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1289 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 59 HP |
Torque | 133 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 69 mm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1234 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 55 L |