1949 Triumph Renown vs. 2013 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle is newer by 64 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, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1949 Triumph Renown. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle should accelerate faster than 1949 Triumph Renown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Beetle weights approximately 100 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, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle (281 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Triumph Renown. (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Triumph Renown.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Triumph Renown | 2013 Volkswagen Beetle | |
Make | Triumph | Volkswagen |
Model | Renown | Beetle |
Year Released | 1949 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2088 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4277 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1486 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2537 mm |