2006 Audi A3 vs. 1956 Citroen ID 19
To start off, 2006 Audi A3 is newer by 50 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, 2006 Audi A3 (113 HP) has 47 more horse power than 1956 Citroen ID 19. (66 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen ID 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A3 weights approximately 31 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.
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, 2006 Audi A3 (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen ID 19. (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen ID 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A3 | 1956 Citroen ID 19 | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | A3 | ID 19 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1911 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 66 HP |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 191 km/hour | 140 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1234 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3130 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 64 L |
