1999 Kia Sportage vs. 1956 Renault Juva
To start off, 1999 Kia Sportage is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Renault Juva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Renault Juva would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Kia Sportage (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1956 Renault Juva. (20 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1956 Renault Juva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Sportage weights approximately 512 kg more than 1956 Renault Juva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Renault Juva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Kia Sportage will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Kia Sportage (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Renault Juva. (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Renault Juva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Kia Sportage | 1956 Renault Juva | |
| Make | Kia | Renault |
| Model | Sportage | Juva |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2360 mm |
