1983 Honda Civic vs. 1949 Triumph Renown
To start off, 1983 Honda Civic is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Triumph Renown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Triumph Renown would be higher. At 2,088 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 Triumph Renown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 Triumph Renown (67 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1983 Honda Civic. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1949 Triumph Renown should accelerate faster than 1983 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Triumph Renown weights approximately 495 kg more than 1983 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, 1949 Triumph Renown (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Honda Civic. (94 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1949 Triumph Renown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Honda Civic | 1949 Triumph Renown | |
Make | Honda | Triumph |
Model | Civic | Renown |
Year Released | 1983 | 1949 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1334 cc | 2088 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2750 mm |