1956 Citroen ID 19 vs. 2008 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2008 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 52 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 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Tacoma (159 HP) has 93 more horse power than 1956 Citroen ID 19. (66 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen ID 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 150 kg more than 1956 Citroen ID 19. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Citroen ID 19. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Tacoma will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen ID 19. (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Tacoma 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 | 2008 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | ID 19 | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 2694 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 159 HP |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1234 kg | 1384 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 3250 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 79 L |
