2007 Mini Cooper vs. 1953 Renault Juva
To start off, 2007 Mini Cooper is newer by 54 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mini Cooper (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1953 Renault Juva. (20 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1953 Renault Juva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mini Cooper weights approximately 387 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.
Because 1953 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 1953 Renault Juva. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mini Cooper, 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, 2007 Mini Cooper (220 Nm) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Renault Juva. (45 Nm). This means 2007 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Renault Juva. 2007 Mini Cooper has automatic transmission and 1953 Renault Juva has manual transmission. 1953 Renault Juva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mini Cooper will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mini Cooper | 1953 Renault Juva | |
| Make | Mini | Renault |
| Model | Cooper | Juva |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1953 |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 948 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2360 mm |
