1997 Ford Ka vs. 1954 Renault Juva
To start off, 1997 Ford Ka is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Renault Juva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Renault Juva would be higher. At 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Ford Ka is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Ka (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1954 Renault Juva. (20 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Ka should accelerate faster than 1954 Renault Juva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Renault Juva weights approximately 65 kg more than 1997 Ford Ka.
Because 1954 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 1954 Renault Juva. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Ford Ka, 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, 1997 Ford Ka (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Renault Juva. (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Ka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Renault Juva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Ka | 1954 Renault Juva | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Ka | Juva |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 746 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2360 mm |
