2001 Chevrolet Astro vs. 1951 Triumph Renown
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Astro 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Astro (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1951 Triumph Renown. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 1951 Triumph Renown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 611 kg more than 1951 Triumph Renown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Triumph Renown. (147 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Triumph Renown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Astro | 1951 Triumph Renown | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Triumph |
| Model | Astro | Renown |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2750 mm |
