1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III vs. 1951 Triumph Renown
To start off, 1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Triumph Renown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Triumph Renown would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III (146 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1951 Triumph Renown. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III should accelerate faster than 1951 Triumph Renown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Triumph Renown weights approximately 104 kg more than 1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Triumph Renown. (147 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Triumph Renown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III | 1951 Triumph Renown | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Triumph |
| Model | 3000 Mk III | Renown |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1951 |
| 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 | 146 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 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 | 1180 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2750 mm |
