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. Both 2009 Ford Focus and 1952 Triumph Renown are equipped with a 1,997 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Focus (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 68 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. 2009 Ford Focus weights approximately 174 kg more than 1952 Triumph Renown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Ford Focus (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Triumph Renown. (147 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Triumph Renown.
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 | 1997 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1454 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2750 mm |
