1963 Austin Mini Cooper vs. 1956 Citroen ID 19
To start off, 1963 Austin Mini Cooper is newer by 7 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, 1963 Austin Mini Cooper (67 HP) has 1 more horse power than 1956 Citroen ID 19. (66 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Austin Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen ID 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Citroen ID 19 weights approximately 544 kg more than 1963 Austin Mini Cooper.
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, 1956 Citroen ID 19 (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Austin Mini Cooper. (84 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1956 Citroen ID 19 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Austin Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Austin Mini Cooper | 1956 Citroen ID 19 | |
| Make | Austin | Citroen |
| Model | Mini Cooper | ID 19 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1071 cc | 1911 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 66 HP |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 140 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1234 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 3130 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 64 L |
