1956 Citroen ID 19 vs. 2010 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen T5 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 2,459 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen T5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen T5 (172 HP) has 106 more horse power than 1956 Citroen ID 19. (66 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen T5 should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen ID 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 1076 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 2010 Volkswagen T5 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, 2010 Volkswagen T5 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, 2010 Volkswagen T5 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen ID 19. (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen T5 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 Volkswagen T5 | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | ID 19 | T5 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 2459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 172 HP |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 140 km/hour | 184 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1234 kg | 2310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 80 L |
