1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 1949 Triumph Renown
To start off, 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 is newer by 13 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 2,584 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 (143 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1949 Triumph Renown. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 1949 Triumph Renown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Triumph Renown weights approximately 60 kg more than 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600.
Let's talk about torque, 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Triumph Renown. (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Triumph Renown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 1949 Triumph Renown | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Triumph |
| Model | 2600 | Renown |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2584 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2750 mm |
