2009 Suzuki Swift vs. 1951 Triumph Renown
To start off, 2009 Suzuki Swift 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 2,088 cc (4 cylinders), 1951 Triumph Renown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Suzuki Swift (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1951 Triumph Renown. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Suzuki Swift should accelerate faster than 1951 Triumph Renown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Suzuki Swift weights approximately 11 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, 1951 Triumph Renown (147 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Suzuki Swift. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1951 Triumph Renown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Suzuki Swift | 1951 Triumph Renown | |
| Make | Suzuki | Triumph |
| Model | Swift | Renown |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2750 mm |
