2009 Fiat Croma vs. 1956 Renault Juva
To start off, 2009 Fiat Croma is newer by 53 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Croma (146 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1956 Renault Juva. (20 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 1956 Renault Juva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Renault Juva weights approximately 5 kg more than 2009 Fiat Croma.
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, 2009 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, 2009 Fiat Croma (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Renault Juva. (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Renault Juva. 2009 Fiat Croma has automatic transmission and 1956 Renault Juva has manual transmission. 1956 Renault Juva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Fiat Croma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Fiat Croma | 1956 Renault Juva | |
Make | Fiat | Renault |
Model | Croma | Juva |
Year Released | 2009 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 747 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 146 HP | 20 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 45 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 54.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2360 mm |