1954 Renault Juva vs. 2007 Renault Twingo
To start off, 2007 Renault Twingo is newer by 53 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 1,147 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Twingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Twingo (74 HP) has 54 more horse power than 1954 Renault Juva. (20 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Twingo should accelerate faster than 1954 Renault Juva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Renault Juva weights approximately 25 kg more than 2007 Renault Twingo.
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, 2007 Renault Twingo, 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, 2007 Renault Twingo (105 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Renault Juva. (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Twingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Renault Juva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Renault Juva | 2007 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Juva | Twingo |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 746 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 54.5 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 76.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.3:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2350 mm |
