2007 Fiat Croma vs. 1954 Renault Juva
To start off, 2007 Fiat Croma is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Renault Juva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Renault Juva would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Croma (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1954 Renault Juva. (20 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 1954 Renault Juva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Croma weights approximately 660 kg more than 1954 Renault Juva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 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 1954 Renault Juva. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Croma, 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, 2007 Fiat Croma (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Renault Juva. (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Renault Juva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Croma | 1954 Renault Juva | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Croma | Juva |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 746 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2360 mm |
