2000 Caterham 7 vs. 1956 Citroen ID 19
To start off, 2000 Caterham 7 is newer by 44 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, 2000 Caterham 7 (230 HP) has 164 more horse power than 1956 Citroen ID 19. (66 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 7 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 774 kg more than 2000 Caterham 7.
Because 2000 Caterham 7 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 2000 Caterham 7. 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, 2000 Caterham 7 (210 Nm @ 7200 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen ID 19. (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Caterham 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen ID 19.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Caterham 7 | 1956 Citroen ID 19 | |
Make | Caterham | Citroen |
Model | 7 | ID 19 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1911 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 66 HP |
Torque | 210 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 7.5:1 |
Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 140 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 1234 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 810 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 3130 mm |