1956 Renault Juva vs. 2011 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2011 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 55 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 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Citroen Berlingo (74 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1956 Renault Juva. (20 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Citroen Berlingo should accelerate faster than 1956 Renault Juva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 255 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, 2011 Citroen Berlingo, 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, 2011 Citroen Berlingo (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Renault Juva. (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Renault Juva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Renault Juva | 2011 Citroen Berlingo | |
| Make | Renault | Citroen |
| Model | Juva | Berlingo |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 54.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.3:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2700 mm |
