2009 Mazda 2 vs. 1956 Renault Juva
To start off, 2009 Mazda 2 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda 2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda 2 (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1956 Renault Juva. (20 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 2 should accelerate faster than 1956 Renault Juva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda 2 weights approximately 210 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, 2009 Mazda 2, 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 Mazda 2 (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Renault Juva. (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda 2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Renault Juva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda 2 | 1956 Renault Juva | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | 2 | Juva |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2360 mm |
