1971 Citroen GS vs. 1954 Renault Juva
To start off, 1971 Citroen GS is newer by 17 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 1,015 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Citroen GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Citroen GS (55 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1954 Renault Juva. (20 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Citroen GS should accelerate faster than 1954 Renault Juva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Renault Juva weights approximately 55 kg more than 1971 Citroen GS.
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, 1971 Citroen GS, 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, 1971 Citroen GS (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Renault Juva. (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1971 Citroen GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Renault Juva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Citroen GS | 1954 Renault Juva | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | GS | Juva |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1015 cc | 746 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2360 mm |
