1955 Renault Juva vs. 2002 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2002 Saab 03-Sep is newer by 47 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Saab 03-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Saab 03-Sep (173 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1955 Renault Juva. (20 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 1955 Renault Juva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 565 kg more than 1955 Renault Juva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Saab 03-Sep, 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, 2002 Saab 03-Sep (280 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Renault Juva. (46 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Renault Juva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Renault Juva | 2002 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Renault | Saab |
| Model | Juva | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 46 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 54.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2710 mm |
