2003 Peugeot 407 vs. 1955 Renault Juva
To start off, 2003 Peugeot 407 is newer by 48 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 1,749 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Peugeot 407 (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1955 Renault Juva. (20 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 1955 Renault Juva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 455 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, 2003 Peugeot 407, 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, 2003 Peugeot 407 (163 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Renault Juva. (46 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Renault Juva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Peugeot 407 | 1955 Renault Juva | |
| Make | Peugeot | Renault |
| Model | 407 | Juva |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1749 cc | 747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 46 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2360 mm |
