1959 Fiat 1500 vs. 1952 Triumph Renown
To start off, 1959 Fiat 1500 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 Fiat 1500 (80 HP) has 14 more horse power than 1952 Triumph Renown. (66 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Fiat 1500 should accelerate faster than 1952 Triumph Renown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Triumph Renown weights approximately 290 kg more than 1959 Fiat 1500.
Let's talk about torque, 1952 Triumph Renown (147 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1500. (104 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1952 Triumph Renown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat 1500 | 1952 Triumph Renown | |
| Make | Fiat | Triumph |
| Model | 1500 | Renown |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 66 HP |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2750 mm |
