1955 Renault Juva vs. 2011 Ford Bantam
To start off, 2011 Ford Bantam is newer by 56 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 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford Bantam is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Bantam (74 HP) has 54 more horse power than 1955 Renault Juva. (20 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Bantam should accelerate faster than 1955 Renault Juva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Bantam weights approximately 21 kg more than 1955 Renault Juva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Ford Bantam, 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, 2011 Ford Bantam (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Renault Juva. (46 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Bantam will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Renault Juva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Renault Juva | 2011 Ford Bantam | |
| Make | Renault | Ford |
| Model | Juva | Bantam |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 46 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 54.5 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2670 mm |
