2005 Citroen C5 vs. 1955 Renault Juva
To start off, 2005 Citroen C5 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 1,749 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen C5 (117 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1955 Renault Juva. (20 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1955 Renault Juva.
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 C5, 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 C5 (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Renault Juva. (46 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Renault Juva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C5 | 1955 Renault Juva | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | C5 | Juva |
| Year Released | 2005 | 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 | 117 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 46 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2360 mm |
