1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1956 Renault Juva
To start off, 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Renault Juva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Renault Juva would be higher. At 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia (82 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1956 Renault Juva. (20 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1956 Renault Juva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia weights approximately 103 kg more than 1956 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, 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia (104 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Renault Juva. (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Renault Juva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1956 Renault Juva | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | Giulia | Juva |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2360 mm |
