1956 Citroen ID 19 vs. 2003 Mazda 2
To start off, 2003 Mazda 2 is newer by 47 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, 2003 Mazda 2 (79 HP) has 13 more horse power than 1956 Citroen ID 19. (66 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda 2 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 184 kg more than 2003 Mazda 2.
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 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda 2. (128 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1956 Citroen ID 19 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Citroen ID 19 | 2003 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | ID 19 | 2 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 79 HP |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1234 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 50 L |
