1968 Fiat 850 vs. 1953 Renault Juva
To start off, 1968 Fiat 850 is newer by 15 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 1,003 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Renault Juva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Fiat 850 (51 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1953 Renault Juva. (24 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Fiat 850 should accelerate faster than 1953 Renault Juva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Renault Juva weights approximately 95 kg more than 1968 Fiat 850.
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:
| 1968 Fiat 850 | 1953 Renault Juva | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | 850 | Juva |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1003 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2360 mm |
