2003 Ford Ka vs. 1951 Triumph Renown
To start off, 2003 Ford Ka is newer by 52 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 8 more horse power than 2003 Ford Ka. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1951 Triumph Renown should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Triumph Renown weights approximately 322 kg more than 2003 Ford Ka. 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 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Ka. (99 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1951 Triumph Renown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Ka | 1951 Triumph Renown | |
| Make | Ford | Triumph |
| Model | Ka | Renown |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 962 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2750 mm |
