1968 Maserati Mistral vs. 1949 Triumph Renown
To start off, 1968 Maserati Mistral 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 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Maserati Mistral is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Maserati Mistral (253 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1949 Triumph Renown. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Maserati Mistral should accelerate faster than 1949 Triumph Renown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Triumph Renown weights approximately 15 kg more than 1968 Maserati Mistral.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Maserati Mistral (363 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Triumph Renown. (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1968 Maserati Mistral will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Triumph Renown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Maserati Mistral | 1949 Triumph Renown | |
| Make | Maserati | Triumph |
| Model | Mistral | Renown |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4014 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2750 mm |
