1983 Dodge 600 vs. 1956 Renault Juva
To start off, 1983 Dodge 600 is newer by 27 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 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Dodge 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Dodge 600 (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1956 Renault Juva. (20 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Dodge 600 should accelerate faster than 1956 Renault Juva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Dodge 600 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1956 Renault Juva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1983 Dodge 600, 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 Dodge 600 (159 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Renault Juva. (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1983 Dodge 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Renault Juva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Dodge 600 | 1956 Renault Juva | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | 600 | Juva |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2360 mm |
