1986 Citroen CX vs. 1956 Renault Juva
To start off, 1986 Citroen CX 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 2,165 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Citroen CX (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1956 Renault Juva. (20 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1956 Renault Juva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Citroen CX weights approximately 495 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 CX, 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 CX (178 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Renault Juva. (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1986 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Renault Juva.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Citroen CX | 1956 Renault Juva | |
Make | Citroen | Renault |
Model | CX | Juva |
Year Released | 1986 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2165 cc | 747 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 20 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 45 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 54.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2360 mm |