1956 Citroen ID 19 vs. 2010 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2010 Opel Insignia is newer by 54 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 1,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Opel Insignia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Opel Insignia (129 HP) has 63 more horse power than 1956 Citroen ID 19. (66 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Opel Insignia 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, 2010 Opel Insignia (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen ID 19. (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Opel Insignia 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 | 2010 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | ID 19 | Insignia |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 129 HP |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 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 | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2737 mm |
