1952 Citroen 15 vs. 1951 Triumph Renown
To start off, 1952 Citroen 15 is newer by 1 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 2,867 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Citroen 15 (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1951 Triumph Renown. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Citroen 15 should accelerate faster than 1951 Triumph Renown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Citroen 15 weights approximately 42 kg more than 1951 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, 1952 Citroen 15 (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Triumph Renown. (147 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1952 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Triumph Renown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Citroen 15 | 1951 Triumph Renown | |
| Make | Citroen | Triumph |
| Model | 15 | Renown |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2867 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2750 mm |
