2009 Chevrolet Cobalt vs. 1949 Triumph Renown
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt is newer by 60 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Triumph Renown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Triumph Renown would be higher. At 2,201 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt (156 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1949 Triumph Renown. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt should accelerate faster than 1949 Triumph Renown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Triumph Renown weights approximately 19 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt (203 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Triumph Renown. (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Triumph Renown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt | 1949 Triumph Renown | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Triumph |
| Model | Cobalt | Renown |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2201 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2750 mm |
