1998 Subaru Impreza vs. 1952 Triumph Renown
To start off, 1998 Subaru Impreza is newer by 46 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, 1998 Subaru Impreza (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1952 Triumph Renown. (66 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1952 Triumph Renown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Triumph Renown weights approximately 136 kg more than 1998 Subaru Impreza.
Let's talk about torque, 1952 Triumph Renown (147 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Subaru Impreza. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1952 Triumph Renown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Subaru Impreza | 1952 Triumph Renown | |
| Make | Subaru | Triumph |
| Model | Impreza | Renown |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1144 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2750 mm |
