1978 Lancia Stratos vs. 1951 Triumph Renown
To start off, 1978 Lancia Stratos is newer by 27 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 2,419 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Lancia Stratos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Lancia Stratos (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1951 Triumph Renown. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Lancia Stratos should accelerate faster than 1951 Triumph Renown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Triumph Renown weights approximately 304 kg more than 1978 Lancia Stratos.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Lancia Stratos (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Triumph Renown. (147 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1978 Lancia Stratos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Triumph Renown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Lancia Stratos | 1951 Triumph Renown | |
| Make | Lancia | Triumph |
| Model | Stratos | Renown |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2419 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2750 mm |
