1965 Ford Zodiac vs. 1941 Renault Juva
To start off, 1965 Ford Zodiac is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1941 Renault Juva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1941 Renault Juva would be higher. At 2,553 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Ford Zodiac is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Ford Zodiac (108 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1941 Renault Juva. (24 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ford Zodiac should accelerate faster than 1941 Renault Juva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Ford Zodiac weights approximately 460 kg more than 1941 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Ford Zodiac | 1941 Renault Juva | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Zodiac | Juva |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1941 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2553 cc | 1003 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2360 mm |
