1956 Citroen ID 19 vs. 2009 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Toyota Corolla 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 Toyota Corolla (108 HP) has 42 more horse power than 1956 Citroen ID 19. (66 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen ID 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 96 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.
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, 2009 Toyota Corolla (150 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen ID 19. (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Corolla 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 | 2009 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | ID 19 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 140 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1234 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |
