1956 Citroen ID 19 vs. 2001 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2001 Skoda Fabia is newer by 45 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, 2001 Skoda Fabia (74 HP) has 8 more horse power than 1956 Citroen ID 19. (66 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Skoda Fabia 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 164 kg more than 2001 Skoda Fabia.
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 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Skoda Fabia. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1956 Citroen ID 19 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Citroen ID 19 | 2001 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Citroen | Skoda |
| Model | ID 19 | Fabia |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1234 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 45 L |
