1983 Citroen LN vs. 1953 Renault Juva
To start off, 1983 Citroen LN is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Renault Juva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Renault Juva would be higher. At 747 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Renault Juva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Citroen LN (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1953 Renault Juva. (20 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Citroen LN should accelerate faster than 1953 Renault Juva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Renault Juva weights approximately 238 kg more than 1983 Citroen LN.
Because 1953 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 1953 Renault Juva. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Citroen LN, 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, 1983 Citroen LN (50 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Renault Juva. (45 Nm). This means 1983 Citroen LN will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Renault Juva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen LN | 1953 Renault Juva | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | LN | Juva |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1953 |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 948 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2360 mm |
