1954 Renault Juva vs. 2006 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Swift is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Renault Juva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Renault Juva would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Suzuki Swift is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Suzuki Swift (101 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1954 Renault Juva. (20 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Swift should accelerate faster than 1954 Renault Juva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Suzuki Swift weights approximately 111 kg more than 1954 Renault Juva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 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 1954 Renault Juva. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Swift, 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, 2006 Suzuki Swift (133 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Renault Juva. (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Suzuki Swift will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Renault Juva.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Renault Juva | 2006 Suzuki Swift | |
Make | Renault | Suzuki |
Model | Juva | Swift |
Year Released | 1954 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 746 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 45 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 54.5 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1056 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 3700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2390 mm |