2009 Ford Focus vs. 1952 Triumph Renown
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Triumph Renown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Triumph Renown would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Focus (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1952 Triumph Renown. (66 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1952 Triumph Renown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Triumph Renown weights approximately 314 kg more than 2009 Ford Focus.
Let's talk about torque, 1952 Triumph Renown (147 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Focus. (132 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1952 Triumph Renown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Focus | 1952 Triumph Renown | |
| Make | Ford | Triumph |
| Model | Focus | Renown |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2750 mm |
