1949 Renault Juva vs. 2007 Seat Altea
To start off, 2007 Seat Altea is newer by 58 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Altea (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1949 Renault Juva. (24 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1949 Renault Juva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Altea weights approximately 510 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.
Because 1949 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 1949 Renault Juva. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Seat Altea, 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Renault Juva | 2007 Seat Altea | |
| Make | Renault | Seat |
| Model | Juva | Altea |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1003 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2590 mm |
