1989 Lancia Delta vs. 1955 Renault Juva
To start off, 1989 Lancia Delta is newer by 34 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 1,929 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Lancia Delta (79 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1955 Renault Juva. (20 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1955 Renault Juva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Lancia Delta weights approximately 115 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 1955 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 1955 Renault Juva. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Lancia Delta, 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, 1989 Lancia Delta (172 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Renault Juva. (46 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1989 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Renault Juva.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Lancia Delta | 1955 Renault Juva | |
Make | Lancia | Renault |
Model | Delta | Juva |
Year Released | 1989 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1929 cc | 747 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 20 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 46 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 54.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2360 mm |