1998 Honda Civic vs. 1951 Triumph Renown
To start off, 1998 Honda Civic is newer by 47 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, 1998 Honda Civic (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1951 Triumph Renown. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1951 Triumph Renown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Triumph Renown weights approximately 329 kg more than 1998 Honda Civic.
Let's talk about torque, 1951 Triumph Renown (147 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Civic. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1951 Triumph Renown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda Civic | 1951 Triumph Renown | |
| Make | Honda | Triumph |
| Model | Civic | Renown |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2750 mm |
