1956 Citroen ID 19 vs. 1997 Venturi 400
To start off, 1997 Venturi 400 is newer by 41 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 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Venturi 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Venturi 400 (395 HP) has 329 more horse power than 1956 Citroen ID 19. (66 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Venturi 400 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 82 kg more than 1997 Venturi 400.
Because 1997 Venturi 400 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 1997 Venturi 400. 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, 1997 Venturi 400 (520 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 387 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen ID 19. (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Venturi 400 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 | 1997 Venturi 400 | |
Make | Citroen | Venturi |
Model | ID 19 | 400 |
Year Released | 1956 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1911 cc | 2975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 395 HP |
Torque | 133 Nm | 520 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Top Speed | 140 km/hour | 291 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1234 kg | 1152 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2500 mm |