1956 Citroen ID 19 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 50 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, 2006 Volkswagen Polo (100 HP) has 34 more horse power than 1956 Citroen ID 19. (66 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Polo 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 72 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Polo.
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, 2006 Volkswagen Polo (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen ID 19. (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Polo 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 | 2006 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
Model | ID 19 | Polo |
Year Released | 1956 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 100 HP |
Torque | 133 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 79.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 95.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1234 kg | 1162 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 45 L |