1990 Ford Festiva vs. 1949 Renault Juva
To start off, 1990 Ford Festiva is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Renault Juva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Renault Juva would be higher. At 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Festiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Festiva (57 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1949 Renault Juva. (24 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Festiva should accelerate faster than 1949 Renault Juva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Renault Juva weights approximately 30 kg more than 1990 Ford Festiva.
Because 1949 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 1949 Renault Juva. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Ford Festiva, 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Festiva | 1949 Renault Juva | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Festiva | Juva |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1003 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2360 mm |
