1951 Triumph Renown vs. 1947 Triumph Roadster
To start off, 1951 Triumph Renown is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Triumph Roadster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Triumph Roadster 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 5 more horse power than 1947 Triumph Roadster. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Triumph Renown should accelerate faster than 1947 Triumph Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Triumph Renown weights approximately 134 kg more than 1947 Triumph Roadster. 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 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1947 Triumph Roadster. (125 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1951 Triumph Renown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1947 Triumph Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Triumph Renown | 1947 Triumph Roadster | |
| Make | Triumph | Triumph |
| Model | Renown | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1947 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2088 cc | 1776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2550 mm |
