1956 Citroen ID 19 vs. 1992 Ford Escort
To start off, 1992 Ford Escort is newer by 36 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, 1992 Ford Escort (129 HP) has 63 more horse power than 1956 Citroen ID 19. (66 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Escort 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 79 kg more than 1992 Ford Escort.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Ford Escort (162 Nm) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen ID 19. (133 Nm). This means 1992 Ford Escort 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 | 1992 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | ID 19 | Escort |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 129 HP |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 88 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1234 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1350 mm |
