1962 Triumph Vitesse vs. 1952 Triumph Renown
To start off, 1962 Triumph Vitesse is newer by 10 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, 1962 Triumph Vitesse (70 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1952 Triumph Renown. (66 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Triumph Vitesse should accelerate faster than 1952 Triumph Renown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Triumph Renown weights approximately 374 kg more than 1962 Triumph Vitesse.
Let's talk about torque, 1952 Triumph Renown (147 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Triumph Vitesse. (125 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1952 Triumph Renown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Triumph Vitesse.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Triumph Vitesse | 1952 Triumph Renown | |
| Make | Triumph | Triumph |
| Model | Vitesse | Renown |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 906 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2750 mm |
