1961 Peugeot 403 vs. 1949 Renault Juva
To start off, 1961 Peugeot 403 is newer by 12 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 1,468 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Peugeot 403 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Peugeot 403 (55 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1949 Renault Juva. (24 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Peugeot 403 should accelerate faster than 1949 Renault Juva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Peugeot 403 weights approximately 420 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:
| 1961 Peugeot 403 | 1949 Renault Juva | |
| Make | Peugeot | Renault |
| Model | 403 | Juva |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1468 cc | 1003 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2360 mm |
