1946 Renault Juva vs. 1979 Volkswagen 1302
To start off, 1979 Volkswagen 1302 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Renault Juva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Renault Juva would be higher. At 1,192 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Volkswagen 1302 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Volkswagen 1302 (34 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1946 Renault Juva. (24 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Volkswagen 1302 should accelerate faster than 1946 Renault Juva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Renault Juva weights approximately 60 kg more than 1979 Volkswagen 1302.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Renault Juva | 1979 Volkswagen 1302 | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Juva | 1302 |
| Year Released | 1946 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1003 cc | 1192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2410 mm |
