2001 Acura RSX vs. 1951 Triumph Renown
To start off, 2001 Acura RSX is newer by 50 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, 2001 Acura RSX (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1951 Triumph Renown. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 1951 Triumph Renown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Triumph Renown weights approximately 28 kg more than 2001 Acura RSX.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Acura RSX (191 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Triumph Renown. (147 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Acura RSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Triumph Renown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura RSX | 1951 Triumph Renown | |
| Make | Acura | Triumph |
| Model | RSX | Renown |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.9 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1256 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2750 mm |
