1956 Citroen ID 19 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Transporter
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Transporter 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 Transporter (104 HP) has 38 more horse power than 1956 Citroen ID 19. (66 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Transporter 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 Transporter.
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 Transporter (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen ID 19. (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Transporter 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 Transporter | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | ID 19 | Transporter |
| 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 | 104 HP |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 140 km/hour | 142 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1234 kg | 1162 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 2000 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 3410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 80 L |
