1976 Citroen CX vs. 1951 Triumph Renown
To start off, 1976 Citroen CX is newer by 25 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 2,347 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Citroen CX (128 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1951 Triumph Renown. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1951 Triumph Renown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Citroen CX weights approximately 192 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, 1976 Citroen CX (197 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Triumph Renown. (147 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1976 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Triumph Renown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Citroen CX | 1951 Triumph Renown | |
| Make | Citroen | Triumph |
| Model | CX | Renown |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2347 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2750 mm |
