1986 Citroen Bx vs. 1956 Renault Juva
To start off, 1986 Citroen Bx is newer by 30 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 1,904 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Citroen Bx is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Citroen Bx (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1956 Renault Juva. (20 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Citroen Bx should accelerate faster than 1956 Renault Juva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Citroen Bx weights approximately 85 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, 1986 Citroen Bx, 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, 1986 Citroen Bx (163 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Renault Juva. (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1986 Citroen Bx will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Renault Juva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen Bx | 1956 Renault Juva | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | Bx | Juva |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1904 cc | 747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2360 mm |
