2004 BMW 120 vs. 1954 Renault Juva
To start off, 2004 BMW 120 is newer by 50 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 120 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1954 Renault Juva. (20 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1954 Renault Juva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 120 weights approximately 405 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.
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. Let's talk about torque, 2004 BMW 120 (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Renault Juva. (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Renault Juva. 2004 BMW 120 has automatic transmission and 1954 Renault Juva has manual transmission. 1954 Renault Juva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 BMW 120 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 120 | 1954 Renault Juva | |
Make | BMW | Renault |
Model | 120 | Juva |
Year Released | 2004 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 746 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 20 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 45 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 54.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 7.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2360 mm |