1984 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1954 Renault Juva
To start off, 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Renault Juva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Renault Juva would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 (93 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1954 Renault Juva. (20 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1954 Renault Juva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Renault Juva weights approximately 30 kg more than 1984 Alfa Romeo 33.
Because 1954 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 1954 Renault Juva. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Alfa Romeo 33, 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, 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 (130 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Renault Juva. (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Renault Juva.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1954 Renault Juva | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
Model | 33 | Juva |
Year Released | 1984 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 746 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 20 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 45 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 54.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2360 mm |