1998 Renault Clio vs. 1955 Renault Juva
To start off, 1998 Renault Clio is newer by 43 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Renault Clio (88 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1955 Renault Juva. (20 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1955 Renault Juva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Renault Clio weights approximately 35 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, 1998 Renault Clio, 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, 1998 Renault Clio (131 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Renault Juva. (46 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Renault Juva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Renault Clio | 1955 Renault Juva | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Clio | Juva |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 46 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2360 mm |
