1955 Renault Juva vs. 1986 Holden Barina
To start off, 1986 Holden Barina is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Renault Juva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Renault Juva would be higher. At 1,323 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Holden Barina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Holden Barina (67 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1955 Renault Juva. (20 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Holden Barina should accelerate faster than 1955 Renault Juva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Renault Juva weights approximately 215 kg more than 1986 Holden Barina.
Because 1955 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 1955 Renault Juva. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Holden Barina, 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, 1986 Holden Barina (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Renault Juva. (46 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1986 Holden Barina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Renault Juva. 1986 Holden Barina has automatic transmission and 1955 Renault Juva has manual transmission. 1955 Renault Juva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Holden Barina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Renault Juva | 1986 Holden Barina | |
| Make | Renault | Holden |
| Model | Juva | Barina |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1323 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 46 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2250 mm |
