1967 Chevrolet Impala vs. 1951 Triumph Renown
To start off, 1967 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 16 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 6,490 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Chevrolet Impala (325 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1951 Triumph Renown. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 1951 Triumph Renown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 685 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, 1967 Chevrolet Impala (556 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 409 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Triumph Renown. (147 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1967 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Triumph Renown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Chevrolet Impala | 1951 Triumph Renown | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Triumph |
| Model | Impala | Renown |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6490 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 556 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1969 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2750 mm |
