1951 Triumph Renown vs. 1977 Vauxhall Chevette
To start off, 1977 Vauxhall Chevette is newer by 26 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 2,279 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Vauxhall Chevette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Vauxhall Chevette (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1951 Triumph Renown. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Vauxhall Chevette should accelerate faster than 1951 Triumph Renown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Triumph Renown weights approximately 394 kg more than 1977 Vauxhall Chevette.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Vauxhall Chevette (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Triumph Renown. (147 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1977 Vauxhall Chevette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Triumph Renown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Triumph Renown | 1977 Vauxhall Chevette | |
| Make | Triumph | Vauxhall |
| Model | Renown | Chevette |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2088 cc | 2279 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 97.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2410 mm |
