1969 Alfa Romeo 1750 vs. 1949 Triumph Renown
To start off, 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750 is newer by 20 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 2,088 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 Triumph Renown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750 (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1949 Triumph Renown. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750 should accelerate faster than 1949 Triumph Renown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Triumph Renown weights approximately 200 kg more than 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750 (167 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Triumph Renown. (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Triumph Renown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750 | 1949 Triumph Renown | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Triumph |
| Model | 1750 | Renown |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2750 mm |
