1962 Lotus Seven vs. 1959 Renault Juva
To start off, 1962 Lotus Seven is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Renault Juva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Renault Juva would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Lotus Seven is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Renault Juva weights approximately 310 kg more than 1962 Lotus Seven.
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 Lotus Seven | 1959 Renault Juva | |
Make | Lotus | Renault |
Model | Seven | Juva |
Year Released | 1962 | 1959 |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 845 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 0 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3360 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2360 mm |