1956 Renault Juva vs. 2007 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2007 Skoda Fabia is newer by 51 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 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Skoda Fabia (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1956 Renault Juva. (20 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Skoda Fabia should accelerate faster than 1956 Renault Juva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 220 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, 2007 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, 2007 Skoda Fabia (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Renault Juva. (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Renault | Skoda |
| Model | Juva | Fabia |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 54.5 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1165 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 |
