1956 Citroen ID 19 vs. 2007 Honda Civic
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 51 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Civic (197 HP) has 131 more horse power than 1956 Citroen ID 19. (66 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen ID 19.
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, 2007 Honda Civic (188 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen ID 19. (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Civic 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 | 2007 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | ID 19 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 197 HP |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 50 L |
