1957 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 1950 Renault Juva
To start off, 1957 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Renault Juva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Renault Juva would be higher. At 2,309 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire (85 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1950 Renault Juva. (24 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire should accelerate faster than 1950 Renault Juva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire weights approximately 550 kg more than 1950 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:
| 1957 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire | 1950 Renault Juva | |
| Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Renault |
| Model | Sapphire | Juva |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2309 cc | 1003 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2360 mm |
