2003 Audi A2 vs. 1956 Citroen ID 19
To start off, 2003 Audi A2 is newer by 47 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, 1956 Citroen ID 19 (66 HP) has 6 more horse power than 2003 Audi A2. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Citroen ID 19 should accelerate faster than 2003 Audi A2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Citroen ID 19 weights approximately 304 kg more than 2003 Audi A2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Audi A2 (141 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen ID 19. (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Audi A2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen ID 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi A2 | 1956 Citroen ID 19 | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | A2 | ID 19 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1191 cc | 1911 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 66 HP |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 100 mm |
| Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 140 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1234 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3130 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 64 L |
