1999 Fiat Barchetta vs. 1952 Triumph Renown
To start off, 1999 Fiat Barchetta is newer by 47 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, 1999 Fiat Barchetta (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1952 Triumph Renown. (66 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Barchetta should accelerate faster than 1952 Triumph Renown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Triumph Renown weights approximately 220 kg more than 1999 Fiat Barchetta.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Fiat Barchetta (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Triumph Renown. (147 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Fiat Barchetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Triumph Renown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Barchetta | 1952 Triumph Renown | |
| Make | Fiat | Triumph |
| Model | Barchetta | Renown |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2750 mm |
