1987 Citroen BX vs. 1956 Renault Juva
To start off, 1987 Citroen BX is newer by 31 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 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Citroen BX (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1956 Renault Juva. (20 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1956 Renault Juva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Citroen BX weights approximately 128 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, 1987 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, 1987 Citroen BX (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Renault Juva. (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1987 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Renault Juva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen BX | 1956 Renault Juva | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | BX | Juva |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1073 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2360 mm |
