1961 Citroen 2CV vs. 1954 Renault Juva
To start off, 1961 Citroen 2CV is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Renault Juva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Renault Juva would be higher. At 746 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Renault Juva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Renault Juva (20 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1961 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Renault Juva should accelerate faster than 1961 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Renault Juva weights approximately 450 kg more than 1961 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 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 1954 Renault Juva. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1961 Citroen 2CV, 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, 1954 Renault Juva (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1954 Renault Juva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Citroen 2CV | 1954 Renault Juva | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | 2CV | Juva |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 746 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 10 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2360 mm |
