1977 Ford Fiesta vs. 1949 Triumph Renown
To start off, 1977 Ford Fiesta is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Triumph Renown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Triumph Renown would be higher. At 2,088 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 Triumph Renown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 Triumph Renown (67 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1977 Ford Fiesta. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1949 Triumph Renown should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Triumph Renown weights approximately 520 kg more than 1977 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1949 Triumph Renown (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Fiesta. (94 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1949 Triumph Renown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Fiesta | 1949 Triumph Renown | |
| Make | Ford | Triumph |
| Model | Fiesta | Renown |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2750 mm |
