1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1955 Renault Juva
To start off, 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Renault Juva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Renault Juva would be higher. At 1,186 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1955 Renault Juva. (20 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1955 Renault Juva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Renault Juva weights approximately 81 kg more than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Because 1955 Renault Juva is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1955 Renault Juva. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Renault Juva. (46 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Renault Juva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1955 Renault Juva | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | Alfasud | Juva |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1186 cc | 747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 46 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 864 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2360 mm |
