1970 Alfa Romeo GTA vs. 1949 Triumph Renown
To start off, 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA is newer by 21 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, 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1949 Triumph Renown. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA should accelerate faster than 1949 Triumph Renown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Triumph Renown weights approximately 490 kg more than 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA.
Let's talk about torque, 1949 Triumph Renown (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA. (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1949 Triumph Renown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Alfa Romeo GTA | 1949 Triumph Renown | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Triumph |
Model | GTA | Renown |
Year Released | 1970 | 1949 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2088 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2750 mm |