1974 Opel Ascona vs. 1959 Renault Juva
To start off, 1974 Opel Ascona is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Renault Juva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Renault Juva would be higher. At 1,194 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Opel Ascona weights approximately 130 kg more than 1959 Renault Juva.
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:
1974 Opel Ascona | 1959 Renault Juva | |
Make | Opel | Renault |
Model | Ascona | Juva |
Year Released | 1974 | 1959 |
Engine Size | 1194 cc | 845 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 0 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2360 mm |