1949 Renault Juva vs. 1958 Willys-Overland Rural
To start off, 1958 Willys-Overland Rural is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Renault Juva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Renault Juva would be higher. At 2,636 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Willys-Overland Rural is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Willys-Overland Rural (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1949 Renault Juva. (24 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Willys-Overland Rural should accelerate faster than 1949 Renault Juva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Willys-Overland Rural weights approximately 720 kg more than 1949 Renault Juva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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:
| 1949 Renault Juva | 1958 Willys-Overland Rural | |
| Make | Renault | Willys-Overland |
| Model | Juva | Rural |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1003 cc | 2636 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2660 mm |
