1948 Jeep CJ3A vs. 1956 Renault Juva
To start off, 1956 Renault Juva is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Jeep CJ3A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Jeep CJ3A would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1948 Jeep CJ3A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 Jeep CJ3A (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1956 Renault Juva. (20 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1948 Jeep CJ3A should accelerate faster than 1956 Renault Juva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Jeep CJ3A weights approximately 165 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 1948 Jeep CJ3A is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Renault Juva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1948 Jeep CJ3A will offer significantly more control. 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, 1948 Jeep CJ3A (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Renault Juva. (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1948 Jeep CJ3A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Renault Juva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Jeep CJ3A | 1956 Renault Juva | |
| Make | Jeep | Renault |
| Model | CJ3A | Juva |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2360 mm |
