1956 Porsche 356 vs. 1956 Renault Juva
To start off, both 1956 Porsche 356 and 1956 Renault Juva were released in the same year (1956). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,300 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Porsche 356 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Renault Juva weights approximately 50 kg more than 1956 Porsche 356.
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:
| 1956 Porsche 356 | 1956 Renault Juva | |
| Make | Porsche | Renault |
| Model | 356 | Juva |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1300 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 0 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2360 mm |
