2002 Honda Civic vs. 1956 Renault Juva
To start off, 2002 Honda Civic is newer by 46 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 1,672 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Civic (98 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1956 Renault Juva. (20 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1956 Renault Juva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Civic weights approximately 321 kg more than 1956 Renault Juva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Honda Civic, 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, 2002 Honda Civic (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Renault Juva. (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Renault Juva.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Civic | 1956 Renault Juva | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | Civic | Juva |
Year Released | 2002 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1672 cc | 747 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 20 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 45 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 54.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2360 mm |