1956 Citroen ID 19 vs. 1981 Ford Laser
To start off, 1981 Ford Laser is newer by 25 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, 1981 Ford Laser (85 HP) has 19 more horse power than 1956 Citroen ID 19. (66 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Laser 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 442 kg more than 1981 Ford Laser.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Laser. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1956 Citroen ID 19 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Citroen ID 19 | 1981 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | ID 19 | Laser |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 85 HP |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1234 kg | 792 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2370 mm |
