1964 Austin A 90 vs. 1949 Triumph Renown
To start off, 1964 Austin A 90 is newer by 15 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), 1964 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Austin A 90 (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1949 Triumph Renown. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 1949 Triumph Renown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Austin A 90 weights approximately 292 kg more than 1949 Triumph Renown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1964 Austin A 90 (221 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Triumph Renown. (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1964 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Triumph Renown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Austin A 90 | 1949 Triumph Renown | |
| Make | Austin | Triumph |
| Model | A 90 | Renown |
| Year Released | 1964 | 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 | 120 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 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 | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2750 mm |
