2009 Ford Ka vs. 1955 Renault Juva
To start off, 2009 Ford Ka is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Renault Juva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Renault Juva would be higher. At 1,242 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 1955 Renault Juva. (20 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Ka should accelerate faster than 1955 Renault Juva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Renault Juva weights approximately 5 kg more than 2009 Ford Ka.
Because 1955 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 1955 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 (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Renault Juva. (46 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Ka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Renault Juva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Ka | 1955 Renault Juva | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Ka | Juva |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 747 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 | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 46 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2360 mm |
