1973 Austin Marina vs. 1953 Renault Juva
To start off, 1973 Austin Marina is newer by 20 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 1,275 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Austin Marina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Austin Marina (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1953 Renault Juva. (20 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Austin Marina should accelerate faster than 1953 Renault Juva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Renault Juva weights approximately 68 kg more than 1973 Austin Marina.
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 Austin Marina (103 Nm) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Renault Juva. (45 Nm). This means 1973 Austin Marina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Renault Juva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Austin Marina | 1953 Renault Juva | |
| Make | Austin | Renault |
| Model | Marina | Juva |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1953 |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 948 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2360 mm |
