1968 Ford Escort vs. 1951 Triumph Renown
To start off, 1968 Ford Escort is newer by 17 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 23 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1951 Triumph Renown should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort.
Let's talk about torque, 1951 Triumph Renown (147 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (67 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1951 Triumph Renown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford Escort | 1951 Triumph Renown | |
| Make | Ford | Triumph |
| Model | Escort | Renown |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 939 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 67 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2750 mm |
