1988 Lancia Delta vs. 1955 Renault Juva
To start off, 1988 Lancia Delta is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Renault Juva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Renault Juva would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lancia Delta (185 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1955 Renault Juva. (20 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1955 Renault Juva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lancia Delta weights approximately 327 kg more than 1955 Renault Juva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Lancia Delta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Renault Juva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Lancia Delta will offer significantly more control. 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, 1988 Lancia Delta (304 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Renault Juva. (46 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1988 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Renault Juva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lancia Delta | 1955 Renault Juva | |
| Make | Lancia | Renault |
| Model | Delta | Juva |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 46 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1272 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2360 mm |
