1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 1949 Renault Juva
To start off, 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire is newer by 7 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 2,290 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire (118 HP) has 94 more horse power than 1949 Renault Juva. (24 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire should accelerate faster than 1949 Renault Juva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire weights approximately 840 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:
| 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire | 1949 Renault Juva | |
| Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Renault |
| Model | Sapphire | Juva |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1949 |
| Engine Size | 2290 cc | 1002 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 24 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2360 mm |
