2009 Ford Ka vs. 1954 Renault Juva
To start off, 2009 Ford Ka is newer by 55 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 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Ka is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Ka (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1954 Renault Juva. (20 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Ka should accelerate faster than 1954 Renault Juva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Ka weights approximately 21 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, 2009 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, 2009 Ford Ka (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Renault Juva. (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Ka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Renault Juva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Ka | 1954 Renault Juva | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Ka | Juva |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 746 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2360 mm |
