1972 Alpine A 310 vs. 1952 Triumph Renown
To start off, 1972 Alpine A 310 is newer by 20 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, 1972 Alpine A 310 (124 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1952 Triumph Renown. (66 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 1952 Triumph Renown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Triumph Renown weights approximately 455 kg more than 1972 Alpine A 310.
Let's talk about torque, 1952 Triumph Renown (147 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alpine A 310. (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1952 Triumph Renown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Alpine A 310.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Alpine A 310 | 1952 Triumph Renown | |
| Make | Alpine | Triumph |
| Model | A 310 | Renown |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1605 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2750 mm |
