2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1953 Renault Juva
To start off, 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Renault Juva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Renault Juva would be higher. At 1,835 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata (155 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1953 Renault Juva. (24 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1953 Renault Juva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 861 kg more than 1953 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:
| 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1953 Renault Juva | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | MX-5 Miata | Juva |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1835 cc | 1003 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1671 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2360 mm |
