1955 Renault Juva vs. 2006 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2006 Seat Ibiza is newer by 51 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 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Seat Ibiza (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1955 Renault Juva. (20 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1955 Renault Juva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 209 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, 2006 Seat Ibiza, 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 Seat Ibiza (220 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Renault Juva. (46 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Renault Juva.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Renault Juva | 2006 Seat Ibiza | |
Make | Renault | Seat |
Model | Juva | Ibiza |
Year Released | 1955 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 1779 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 46 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 54.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1154 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2470 mm |