2008 Nissan Micra vs. 1956 Renault Juva
To start off, 2008 Nissan Micra is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Renault Juva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Renault Juva would be higher. At 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Micra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Micra (81 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1956 Renault Juva. (20 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Micra should accelerate faster than 1956 Renault Juva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Micra weights approximately 104 kg more than 1956 Renault Juva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 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 1956 Renault Juva. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Micra, 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, 2008 Nissan Micra (185 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Renault Juva. (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Micra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Renault Juva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Micra | 1956 Renault Juva | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Micra | Juva |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1461 cc | 747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.8:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1049 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2360 mm |
