1988 Citroen Mehari vs. 1956 Renault Juva
To start off, 1988 Citroen Mehari is newer by 32 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 747 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Renault Juva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Citroen Mehari (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1956 Renault Juva. (20 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Citroen Mehari should accelerate faster than 1956 Renault Juva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Renault Juva weights approximately 390 kg more than 1988 Citroen Mehari.
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, 1988 Citroen Mehari, 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, 1956 Renault Juva (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1956 Renault Juva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Citroen Mehari | 1956 Renault Juva | |
Make | Citroen | Renault |
Model | Mehari | Juva |
Year Released | 1988 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 600 cc | 747 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 20 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 45 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2360 mm |