1959 Fairthorpe Zeta vs. 1953 Renault Juva
To start off, 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Renault Juva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Renault Juva would be higher. At 2,553 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1953 Renault Juva. (24 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta should accelerate faster than 1953 Renault Juva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Renault Juva weights approximately 137 kg more than 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta.
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:
| 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta | 1953 Renault Juva | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | Renault |
| Model | Zeta | Juva |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2553 cc | 1003 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 673 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2360 mm |
