1957 Ford Anglia vs. 1952 Triumph Renown
To start off, 1957 Ford Anglia is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Triumph Renown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Triumph Renown would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 Triumph Renown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Triumph Renown (66 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1957 Ford Anglia. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1952 Triumph Renown should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Triumph Renown weights approximately 540 kg more than 1957 Ford Anglia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1952 Triumph Renown (147 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Anglia. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1952 Triumph Renown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ford Anglia | 1952 Triumph Renown | |
| Make | Ford | Triumph |
| Model | Anglia | Renown |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2750 mm |
