1955 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 1949 Triumph Renown
To start off, 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford is newer by 6 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 2,443 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1949 Triumph Renown. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford should accelerate faster than 1949 Triumph Renown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford weights approximately 250 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, 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Triumph Renown. (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Triumph Renown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford | 1949 Triumph Renown | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Triumph |
| Model | Tickford | Renown |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2750 mm |
