1959 Abarth 1000 vs. 1952 Triumph Renown
To start off, 1959 Abarth 1000 is newer by 7 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. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 Triumph Renown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Abarth 1000 (88 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1952 Triumph Renown. (66 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Abarth 1000 should accelerate faster than 1952 Triumph Renown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Triumph Renown weights approximately 600 kg more than 1959 Abarth 1000.
Let's talk about torque, 1952 Triumph Renown (147 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 1000. (97 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1952 Triumph Renown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 1000 | 1952 Triumph Renown | |
| Make | Abarth | Triumph |
| Model | 1000 | Renown |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2750 mm |
