1956 Renault Juva vs. 2011 Renault Megane
To start off, 2011 Renault Megane 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Renault Megane (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1956 Renault Juva. (20 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 1956 Renault Juva.
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 Renault Megane, 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 Renault Megane (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Renault Juva. (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Renault Juva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Renault Juva | 2011 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Juva | Megane |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 54.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1470 mm |
