1980 Mini MK IV vs. 1956 Renault Juva
To start off, 1980 Mini MK IV is newer by 24 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 848 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Mini MK IV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Mini MK IV (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1956 Renault Juva. (20 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mini MK IV should accelerate faster than 1956 Renault Juva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Renault Juva weights approximately 335 kg more than 1980 Mini MK IV.
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, 1980 Mini MK IV, 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, 1980 Mini MK IV (61 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Renault Juva. (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1980 Mini MK IV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Renault Juva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Mini MK IV | 1956 Renault Juva | |
| Make | Mini | Renault |
| Model | MK IV | Juva |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2360 mm |
