1996 Citroen Saxo vs. 1956 Renault Juva
To start off, 1996 Citroen Saxo is newer by 40 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 1,527 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Citroen Saxo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Citroen Saxo (55 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1956 Renault Juva. (20 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Citroen Saxo should accelerate faster than 1956 Renault Juva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Renault Juva weights approximately 55 kg more than 1996 Citroen Saxo.
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, 1996 Citroen Saxo, 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, 1996 Citroen Saxo (95 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Renault Juva. (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Citroen Saxo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Renault Juva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen Saxo | 1956 Renault Juva | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | Saxo | Juva |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1527 cc | 747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2360 mm |
