1968 Chevrolet Corvair vs. 1949 Triumph Renown
To start off, 1968 Chevrolet Corvair is newer by 19 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 2,375 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Corvair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Corvair (102 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1949 Triumph Renown. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Corvair should accelerate faster than 1949 Triumph Renown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Triumph Renown weights approximately 146 kg more than 1968 Chevrolet Corvair.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Chevrolet Corvair (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Triumph Renown. (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Corvair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Triumph Renown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Chevrolet Corvair | 1949 Triumph Renown | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Triumph |
| Model | Corvair | Renown |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2375 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 92 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2750 mm |
