2002 Nissan Altima vs. 1956 Renault Juva
To start off, 2002 Nissan Altima is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Renault Juva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Renault Juva would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan Altima (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1956 Renault Juva. (20 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1956 Renault Juva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Altima weights approximately 351 kg more than 1956 Renault Juva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 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 1956 Renault Juva. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Altima, 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, 2002 Nissan Altima (244 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Renault Juva. (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Renault Juva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Nissan Altima | 1956 Renault Juva | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Altima | Juva |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2360 mm |
