1952 Renault Juva vs. 1962 Rover P5
To start off, 1962 Rover P5 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Renault Juva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Renault Juva would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Rover P5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Rover P5 (119 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1952 Renault Juva. (24 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Rover P5 should accelerate faster than 1952 Renault Juva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Rover P5 weights approximately 910 kg more than 1952 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:
| 1952 Renault Juva | 1962 Rover P5 | |
| Make | Renault | Rover |
| Model | Juva | P5 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1003 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2820 mm |
