2002 Honda S2000 vs. 1952 Triumph Renown
To start off, 2002 Honda S2000 is newer by 50 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, 2002 Honda S2000 (238 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1952 Triumph Renown. (66 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1952 Triumph Renown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Triumph Renown weights approximately 15 kg more than 2002 Honda S2000.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Honda S2000 (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Triumph Renown. (147 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Triumph Renown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda S2000 | 1952 Triumph Renown | |
| Make | Honda | Triumph |
| Model | S2000 | Renown |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.9 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.8 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2750 mm |
