1955 Abarth 208 vs. 1954 Renault Juva
To start off, 1955 Abarth 208 is newer by 1 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 1,088 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Abarth 208 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Abarth 208 (65 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1954 Renault Juva. (20 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Abarth 208 should accelerate faster than 1954 Renault Juva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Renault Juva weights approximately 75 kg more than 1955 Abarth 208.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Abarth 208 | 1954 Renault Juva | |
| Make | Abarth | Renault |
| Model | 208 | Juva |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1088 cc | 746 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 65 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 950 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2360 mm |
