1962 Fairthorpe Rockette vs. 1951 Renault Juva
To start off, 1962 Fairthorpe Rockette is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Renault Juva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Renault Juva would be higher. At 1,596 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Fairthorpe Rockette is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Renault Juva weights approximately 99 kg more than 1962 Fairthorpe Rockette.
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:
1962 Fairthorpe Rockette | 1951 Renault Juva | |
Make | Fairthorpe | Renault |
Model | Rockette | Juva |
Year Released | 1962 | 1951 |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1003 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 0 HP |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 711 kg | 810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2360 mm |