1998 Ford Focus vs. 1951 Triumph Renown
To start off, 1998 Ford Focus is newer by 47 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, 1998 Ford Focus (129 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1951 Triumph Renown. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1951 Triumph Renown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Triumph Renown weights approximately 169 kg more than 1998 Ford Focus.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Ford Focus (183 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Triumph Renown. (147 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Triumph Renown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Focus | 1951 Triumph Renown | |
| Make | Ford | Triumph |
| Model | Focus | Renown |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2750 mm |
