1992 Fiat Panda vs. 1956 Renault Juva
To start off, 1992 Fiat Panda is newer by 36 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 769 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Fiat Panda (34 HP) has 14 more horse power than 1956 Renault Juva. (20 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1956 Renault Juva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Renault Juva weights approximately 261 kg more than 1992 Fiat Panda.
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, 1992 Fiat Panda, 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, 1992 Fiat Panda (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Renault Juva. (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1992 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Renault Juva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Fiat Panda | 1956 Renault Juva | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Panda | Juva |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 769 cc | 747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 20 HP |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 684 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2360 mm |
