2006 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 1955 Renault Juva
To start off, 2006 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 51 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 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Daihatsu Sirion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Daihatsu Sirion (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1955 Renault Juva. (20 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 1955 Renault Juva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Renault Juva weights approximately 115 kg more than 2006 Daihatsu Sirion.
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, 2006 Daihatsu Sirion, 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, 2006 Daihatsu Sirion (121 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Renault Juva. (46 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Daihatsu Sirion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Renault Juva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Daihatsu Sirion | 1955 Renault Juva | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Renault |
| Model | Sirion | Juva |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 46 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 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 | 830 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2360 mm |
