1956 Citroen ID 19 vs. 2009 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2009 Hyundai i20 is newer by 53 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, 2009 Hyundai i20 (77 HP) has 11 more horse power than 1956 Citroen ID 19. (66 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai i20 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 159 kg more than 2009 Hyundai i20.
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, 1956 Citroen ID 19 (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai i20. (119 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1956 Citroen ID 19 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai i20.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Citroen ID 19 | 2009 Hyundai i20 | |
| Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
| Model | ID 19 | i20 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 77 HP |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 140 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1234 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2525 mm |
