1981 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1953 Renault Juva
To start off, 1981 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 28 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 1,570 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Alfa Romeo Spider (103 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1953 Renault Juva. (20 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1953 Renault Juva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 52 kg more than 1953 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, 1981 Alfa Romeo Spider (145 Nm) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Renault Juva. (45 Nm). This means 1981 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Renault Juva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1953 Renault Juva | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | Spider | Juva |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1953 |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 948 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2360 mm |
