1963 MG 1100 vs. 1949 Triumph Renown
To start off, 1963 MG 1100 is newer by 14 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 14 more horse power than 1963 MG 1100. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1949 Triumph Renown should accelerate faster than 1963 MG 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Triumph Renown weights approximately 455 kg more than 1963 MG 1100. 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 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 MG 1100. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1949 Triumph Renown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 MG 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 MG 1100 | 1949 Triumph Renown | |
| Make | MG | Triumph |
| Model | 1100 | Renown |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2750 mm |
