1949 Triumph Renown vs. 2011 Alfa Romeo 159
To start off, 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 is newer by 62 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 2,088 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 Triumph Renown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1949 Triumph Renown. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 should accelerate faster than 1949 Triumph Renown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 325 kg more than 1949 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, 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Triumph Renown. (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Triumph Renown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Triumph Renown | 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 | |
| Make | Triumph | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Renown | 159 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2088 cc | 1859 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2710 mm |
