1956 Citroen ID 19 vs. 1991 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 1991 Mercury Tracer is newer by 35 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, 1991 Mercury Tracer (88 HP) has 22 more horse power than 1956 Citroen ID 19. (66 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercury Tracer 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 139 kg more than 1991 Mercury Tracer.
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, 1991 Mercury Tracer (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen ID 19. (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1991 Mercury Tracer 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 | 1991 Mercury Tracer | |
Make | Citroen | Mercury |
Model | ID 19 | Tracer |
Year Released | 1956 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1859 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 88 HP |
Torque | 133 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1234 kg | 1095 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2510 mm |