2009 Chevrolet Cobalt vs. 1951 Triumph Renown
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt is newer by 58 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 2,201 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt (155 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1951 Triumph Renown. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt should accelerate faster than 1951 Triumph Renown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Triumph Renown weights approximately 23 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt (203 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Triumph Renown. (147 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Triumph Renown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt | 1951 Triumph Renown | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Triumph |
| Model | Cobalt | Renown |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1951 |
| 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 | 155 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1284 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 |
