1960 Chevrolet Corvair vs. 1945 Renault Juva
To start off, 1960 Chevrolet Corvair is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1945 Renault Juva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1945 Renault Juva would be higher. At 2,287 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Chevrolet Corvair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Chevrolet Corvair (81 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1945 Renault Juva. (24 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Chevrolet Corvair should accelerate faster than 1945 Renault Juva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Chevrolet Corvair weights approximately 350 kg more than 1945 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:
| 1960 Chevrolet Corvair | 1945 Renault Juva | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Corvair | Juva |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1945 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2287 cc | 1003 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2360 mm |
