1956 Citroen ID 19 vs. 1987 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 1987 Ford Fiesta is newer by 31 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 22 more horse power than 1987 Ford Fiesta. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Citroen ID 19 should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Citroen ID 19 weights approximately 469 kg more than 1987 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Fiesta. (68 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1956 Citroen ID 19 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Citroen ID 19 | 1987 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | ID 19 | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 957 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 44 HP |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1234 kg | 765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2300 mm |
