1955 Renault Juva vs. 2008 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2008 Seat Cordoba is newer by 53 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Seat Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Seat Cordoba (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1955 Renault Juva. (20 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Cordoba should accelerate faster than 1955 Renault Juva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 249 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, 2008 Seat Cordoba, 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, 2008 Seat Cordoba (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Renault Juva. (46 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Renault Juva.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Renault Juva | 2008 Seat Cordoba | |
Make | Renault | Seat |
Model | Juva | Cordoba |
Year Released | 1955 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 46 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 54.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1194 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2470 mm |