1960 Ford Taunus vs. 1951 Triumph Renown
To start off, 1960 Ford Taunus is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Triumph Renown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Triumph Renown would be higher. At 2,088 cc (4 cylinders), 1951 Triumph Renown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Triumph Renown (67 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1960 Ford Taunus. (53 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1951 Triumph Renown should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Triumph Renown weights approximately 318 kg more than 1960 Ford Taunus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1951 Triumph Renown (147 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ford Taunus. (111 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1951 Triumph Renown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Ford Taunus | 1951 Triumph Renown | |
Make | Ford | Triumph |
Model | Taunus | Renown |
Year Released | 1960 | 1951 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2088 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1284 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2750 mm |