1972 Fiat 500 vs. 1949 Renault Juva
To start off, 1972 Fiat 500 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Renault Juva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Renault Juva would be higher. At 1,003 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 Renault Juva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 Renault Juva (24 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1949 Renault Juva should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Renault Juva weights approximately 300 kg more than 1972 Fiat 500. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 500 | 1949 Renault Juva | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | 500 | Juva |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 1003 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2360 mm |
