1957 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1950 Renault Juva
To start off, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette 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 4,638 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette (283 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 1950 Renault Juva. (24 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1950 Renault Juva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 540 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 Chevrolet Corvette | 1950 Renault Juva | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Corvette | Juva |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4638 cc | 1003 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2360 mm |
