1948 Austin 16 vs. 1951 Triumph Renown
To start off, 1951 Triumph Renown is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Austin 16. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Austin 16 would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1948 Austin 16 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Triumph Renown (67 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1948 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1951 Triumph Renown should accelerate faster than 1948 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Triumph Renown weights approximately 4 kg more than 1948 Austin 16. 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 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Austin 16. (146 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1951 Triumph Renown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Austin 16 | 1951 Triumph Renown | |
| Make | Austin | Triumph |
| Model | 16 | Renown |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2750 mm |
