1956 Citroen ID 19 vs. 2012 Renault Trafic
To start off, 2012 Renault Trafic is newer by 56 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, 2012 Renault Trafic (100 HP) has 34 more horse power than 1956 Citroen ID 19. (66 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Renault Trafic 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, 2012 Renault Trafic (241 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen ID 19. (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Renault Trafic 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 | 2012 Renault Trafic | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | ID 19 | Trafic |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 100 HP |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 93 mm |
| Top Speed | 140 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 90 L |
