1973 Honda Civic vs. 1952 Triumph Renown
To start off, 1973 Honda Civic is newer by 21 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, 1952 Triumph Renown (66 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1973 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1952 Triumph Renown should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Triumph Renown weights approximately 605 kg more than 1973 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1952 Triumph Renown (147 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda Civic. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1952 Triumph Renown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Honda Civic | 1952 Triumph Renown | |
| Make | Honda | Triumph |
| Model | Civic | Renown |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1168 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2750 mm |
