1956 Renault Juva vs. 2006 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2006 Skoda Fabia is newer by 50 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Skoda Fabia (113 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1956 Renault Juva. (20 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Skoda Fabia should accelerate faster than 1956 Renault Juva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 270 kg more than 1956 Renault Juva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Skoda Fabia, 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 Skoda Fabia (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Renault Juva. (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Renault Juva.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Renault Juva | 2006 Skoda Fabia | |
Make | Renault | Skoda |
Model | Juva | Fabia |
Year Released | 1956 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 45 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2470 mm |