2005 Citroen Berlingo vs. 1955 Renault Juva
To start off, 2005 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 50 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 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen Berlingo (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1955 Renault Juva. (20 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen Berlingo should accelerate faster than 1955 Renault Juva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 381 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, 2005 Citroen Berlingo, 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, 2005 Citroen Berlingo (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Renault Juva. (46 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Renault Juva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen Berlingo | 1955 Renault Juva | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | Berlingo | Juva |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 46 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2360 mm |
