1961 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1956 Citroen ID 19
To start off, 1961 Cadillac Eldorado is newer by 5 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 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Cadillac Eldorado (197 HP) has 131 more horse power than 1956 Citroen ID 19. (66 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen ID 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 896 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 1961 Cadillac Eldorado is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1961 Cadillac Eldorado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1956 Citroen ID 19, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1961 Cadillac Eldorado (583 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 450 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen ID 19. (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1961 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen ID 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Cadillac Eldorado | 1956 Citroen ID 19 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Citroen |
| Model | Eldorado | ID 19 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 1911 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 66 HP |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 100 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2130 kg | 1234 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3130 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 64 L |
