1949 Renault Juva vs. 2010 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2010 Smart ForTwo is newer by 61 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 1,003 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 Renault Juva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Smart ForTwo (70 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1949 Renault Juva. (24 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Smart ForTwo should accelerate faster than 1949 Renault Juva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Smart ForTwo weights approximately 10 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 | 2010 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Renault | Smart |
Model | Juva | ForTwo |
Year Released | 1949 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1003 cc | 1000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 24 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 2695 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1542 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 1867 mm |