1956 Citroen ID 19 vs. 1993 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 1993 Mercury Cougar is newer by 37 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercury Cougar (202 HP) has 136 more horse power than 1956 Citroen ID 19. (66 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen ID 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 456 kg more than 1956 Citroen ID 19. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Mercury Cougar is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1993 Mercury Cougar. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1956 Citroen ID 19, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1993 Mercury Cougar (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen ID 19. (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Mercury Cougar 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 | 1993 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercury |
| Model | ID 19 | Cougar |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 202 HP |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1234 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2880 mm |
