1966 Austin A 40 vs. 1952 Triumph Renown
To start off, 1966 Austin A 40 is newer by 14 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, 1952 Triumph Renown (66 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1966 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1952 Triumph Renown should accelerate faster than 1966 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Triumph Renown weights approximately 518 kg more than 1966 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1952 Triumph Renown (147 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Austin A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1952 Triumph Renown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Austin A 40 | 1952 Triumph Renown | |
| Make | Austin | Triumph |
| Model | A 40 | Renown |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2750 mm |
