2007 Mazda 3 vs. 1955 Renault Juva
To start off, 2007 Mazda 3 is newer by 52 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 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda 3 (104 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1955 Renault Juva. (20 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1955 Renault Juva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda 3 weights approximately 240 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, 2007 Mazda 3, 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 Mazda 3 (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Renault Juva. (46 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Renault Juva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda 3 | 1955 Renault Juva | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | 3 | Juva |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 46 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2360 mm |
