1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II vs. 1949 Triumph Renown
To start off, 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II 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 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II (129 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1949 Triumph Renown. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II should accelerate faster than 1949 Triumph Renown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Triumph Renown weights approximately 122 kg more than 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II.
Let's talk about torque, 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II (167 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Triumph Renown. (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Triumph Renown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II | 1949 Triumph Renown | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Triumph |
| Model | 3000 Mk II | Renown |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1158 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2750 mm |
