1949 Triumph Renown vs. 2012 Citroen C4
To start off, 2012 Citroen C4 is newer by 63 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, 2012 Citroen C4 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1949 Triumph Renown. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 1949 Triumph Renown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen C4 weights approximately 334 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, 2012 Citroen C4 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Triumph Renown. (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Triumph Renown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Triumph Renown | 2012 Citroen C4 | |
| Make | Triumph | Citroen |
| Model | Renown | C4 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2088 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1614 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2730 mm |
