1964 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1952 Triumph Renown
To start off, 1964 Alfa Romeo Giulia is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Triumph Renown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Triumph Renown would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 Triumph Renown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Alfa Romeo Giulia (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1952 Triumph Renown. (66 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1952 Triumph Renown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Triumph Renown weights approximately 310 kg more than 1964 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Let's talk about torque, 1952 Triumph Renown (147 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (133 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1952 Triumph Renown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1952 Triumph Renown | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Triumph |
| Model | Giulia | Renown |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2750 mm |
