1956 Citroen ID 19 vs. 1986 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1986 Lancia Delta is newer by 30 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Lancia Delta (165 HP) has 99 more horse power than 1956 Citroen ID 19. (66 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Lancia Delta 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 46 kg more than 1986 Lancia Delta.
Because 1986 Lancia Delta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Citroen ID 19. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Lancia Delta will offer significantly more control. 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, 1986 Lancia Delta (285 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen ID 19. (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1986 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen ID 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Citroen ID 19 | 1986 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | ID 19 | Delta |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 165 HP |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 140 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1234 kg | 1188 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2480 mm |
