1941 Renault Juva vs. 2009 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Citi is newer by 68 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1941 Renault Juva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1941 Renault Juva would be higher. At 1,423 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Citi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Citi (83 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1941 Renault Juva. (24 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Citi should accelerate faster than 1941 Renault Juva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Citi weights approximately 1497 kg more than 1941 Renault Juva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1941 Renault Juva 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 1941 Renault Juva. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Citi, 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.
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1941 Renault Juva | 2009 Volkswagen Citi | |
Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
Model | Juva | Citi |
Year Released | 1941 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1003 cc | 1423 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 24 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 2307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2410 mm |