1968 Fiat 850 vs. 1951 Triumph Renown
To start off, 1968 Fiat 850 is newer by 17 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 2,088 cc (4 cylinders), 1951 Triumph Renown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Triumph Renown (67 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1951 Triumph Renown should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Triumph Renown weights approximately 569 kg more than 1968 Fiat 850. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1951 Triumph Renown (147 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 850. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1951 Triumph Renown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Fiat 850 | 1951 Triumph Renown | |
| Make | Fiat | Triumph |
| Model | 850 | Renown |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2750 mm |
