1972 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 1953 Renault Juva
To start off, 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior is newer by 19 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 1,570 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1953 Renault Juva. (20 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior should accelerate faster than 1953 Renault Juva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior weights approximately 82 kg more than 1953 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. Let's talk about torque, 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior (140 Nm) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Renault Juva. (45 Nm). This means 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Renault Juva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior | 1953 Renault Juva | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | Junior | Juva |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1953 |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 948 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2360 mm |
