2005 Ford Ka vs. 1951 Triumph Renown
To start off, 2005 Ford Ka is newer by 54 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, 2005 Ford Ka (94 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1951 Triumph Renown. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Ka should accelerate faster than 1951 Triumph Renown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Triumph Renown weights approximately 148 kg more than 2005 Ford Ka.
Let's talk about torque, 1951 Triumph Renown (147 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Ka. (135 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1951 Triumph Renown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Ka | 1951 Triumph Renown | |
| Make | Ford | Triumph |
| Model | Ka | Renown |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1136 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2750 mm |
