2000 Opel Corsa vs. 1954 Renault Juva
To start off, 2000 Opel Corsa is newer by 46 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 1,389 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Corsa (88 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1954 Renault Juva. (20 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1954 Renault Juva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Corsa weights approximately 110 kg more than 1954 Renault Juva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 Opel Corsa, 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, 2000 Opel Corsa (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Renault Juva. (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Renault Juva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Opel Corsa | 1954 Renault Juva | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Corsa | Juva |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1389 cc | 746 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.6 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2360 mm |
