1972 Citroen Dyane vs. 1956 Renault Juva
To start off, 1972 Citroen Dyane is newer by 16 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 747 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Renault Juva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Citroen Dyane (24 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1956 Renault Juva. (20 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Citroen Dyane should accelerate faster than 1956 Renault Juva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Renault Juva weights approximately 355 kg more than 1972 Citroen Dyane.
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, 1972 Citroen Dyane, 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, 1956 Renault Juva (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen Dyane. (29 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1956 Renault Juva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen Dyane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Citroen Dyane | 1956 Renault Juva | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | Dyane | Juva |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 425 cc | 747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 29 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2360 mm |
