1984 Citroen C 15 vs. 1954 Renault Juva
To start off, 1984 Citroen C 15 is newer by 30 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 1,124 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Citroen C 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Citroen C 15 (47 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1954 Renault Juva. (20 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Citroen C 15 should accelerate faster than 1954 Renault Juva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Renault Juva weights approximately 80 kg more than 1984 Citroen C 15.
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, 1984 Citroen C 15, 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, 1984 Citroen C 15 (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Renault Juva. (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1984 Citroen C 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Renault Juva.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Citroen C 15 | 1954 Renault Juva | |
Make | Citroen | Renault |
Model | C 15 | Juva |
Year Released | 1984 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1124 cc | 746 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 20 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 86 Nm | 45 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 54.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2360 mm |