1962 Steyr 700C vs. 1949 Triumph Renown
To start off, 1962 Steyr 700C 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 2,088 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 Triumph Renown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 Triumph Renown (67 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1962 Steyr 700C. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1949 Triumph Renown should accelerate faster than 1962 Steyr 700C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Triumph Renown weights approximately 740 kg more than 1962 Steyr 700C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1949 Triumph Renown (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Steyr 700C. (40 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1949 Triumph Renown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Steyr 700C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Steyr 700C | 1949 Triumph Renown | |
| Make | Steyr | Triumph |
| Model | 700C | Renown |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1949 |
| Engine Size | 641 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2750 mm |
