1960 Austin A 99 vs. 1952 Triumph Renown
To start off, 1960 Austin A 99 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Triumph Renown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Triumph Renown would be higher. At 2,910 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Austin A 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Austin A 99 (106 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1952 Triumph Renown. (66 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Austin A 99 should accelerate faster than 1952 Triumph Renown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Austin A 99 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1952 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, 1960 Austin A 99 (224 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Triumph Renown. (147 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1960 Austin A 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Triumph Renown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin A 99 | 1952 Triumph Renown | |
| Make | Austin | Triumph |
| Model | A 99 | Renown |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2910 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2750 mm |
