1972 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1955 Renault Juva
To start off, 1972 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Renault Juva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Renault Juva would be higher. At 1,570 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Alfa Romeo GT (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1955 Renault Juva. (20 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1955 Renault Juva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 81 kg more than 1955 Renault Juva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Alfa Romeo GT (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Renault Juva. (46 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1972 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Renault Juva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Alfa Romeo GT | 1955 Renault Juva | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | GT | Juva |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 46 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2360 mm |
