1956 Citroen ID 19 vs. 2007 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2007 Lotus Exige 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 1,911 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Citroen ID 19 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lotus Exige (189 HP) has 123 more horse power than 1956 Citroen ID 19. (66 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lotus Exige 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 359 kg more than 2007 Lotus Exige.
Because 2007 Lotus Exige is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Lotus Exige. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1956 Citroen ID 19, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Lotus Exige (181 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen ID 19. (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Lotus Exige 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 Lotus Exige | |
| Make | Citroen | Lotus |
| Model | ID 19 | Exige |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 189 HP |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 140 km/hour | 237 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1234 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 40 L |
