1951 Triumph Renown vs. 1976 Triumph Dolomite
To start off, 1976 Triumph Dolomite is newer by 25 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, 1976 Triumph Dolomite (71 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1951 Triumph Renown. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Triumph Dolomite should accelerate faster than 1951 Triumph Renown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Triumph Renown weights approximately 349 kg more than 1976 Triumph Dolomite.
Let's talk about torque, 1951 Triumph Renown (147 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Triumph Dolomite. (111 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1951 Triumph Renown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Triumph Dolomite.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Triumph Renown | 1976 Triumph Dolomite | |
| Make | Triumph | Triumph |
| Model | Renown | Dolomite |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2088 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2460 mm |
