1957 Porsche 356 vs. 1955 Renault Juva
To start off, 1957 Porsche 356 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Renault Juva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Renault Juva would be higher. At 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Porsche 356 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Porsche 356 (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1955 Renault Juva. (20 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Porsche 356 should accelerate faster than 1955 Renault Juva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Renault Juva weights approximately 155 kg more than 1957 Porsche 356.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Porsche 356 | 1955 Renault Juva | |
| Make | Porsche | Renault |
| Model | 356 | Juva |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2360 mm |
