2001 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 1951 Triumph Renown
To start off, 2001 Alfa Romeo 156 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 Alfa Romeo 156 (113 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1951 Triumph Renown. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 1951 Triumph Renown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Triumph Renown weights approximately 54 kg more than 2001 Alfa Romeo 156.
Let's talk about torque, 1951 Triumph Renown (147 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Alfa Romeo 156. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1951 Triumph Renown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Alfa Romeo 156.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Alfa Romeo 156 | 1951 Triumph Renown | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Triumph |
| Model | 156 | Renown |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2750 mm |
