1956 Renault Juva vs. 1980 Simca 1100
To start off, 1980 Simca 1100 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Renault Juva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Renault Juva would be higher. At 1,118 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Simca 1100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Simca 1100 (59 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1956 Renault Juva. (20 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Simca 1100 should accelerate faster than 1956 Renault Juva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Renault Juva weights approximately 35 kg more than 1980 Simca 1100.
Because 1956 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 1956 Renault Juva. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Simca 1100, 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, 1980 Simca 1100 (86 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Renault Juva. (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1980 Simca 1100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Renault Juva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Renault Juva | 1980 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Renault | Simca |
| Model | Juva | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1118 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2530 mm |
