1973 Austin Allegro vs. 1949 Triumph Renown
To start off, 1973 Austin Allegro is newer by 24 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, 1973 Austin Allegro (80 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1949 Triumph Renown. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Austin Allegro should accelerate faster than 1949 Triumph Renown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Triumph Renown weights approximately 442 kg more than 1973 Austin Allegro.
Let's talk about torque, 1949 Triumph Renown (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Allegro. (137 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1949 Triumph Renown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Austin Allegro | 1949 Triumph Renown | |
| Make | Austin | Triumph |
| Model | Allegro | Renown |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.8 mm | 92 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 838 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2750 mm |
