1973 Austin Marina vs. 1949 Triumph Renown
To start off, 1973 Austin Marina 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, 1949 Triumph Renown (67 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1973 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1949 Triumph Renown should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Triumph Renown weights approximately 400 kg more than 1973 Austin Marina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1949 Triumph Renown (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Marina. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1949 Triumph Renown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Austin Marina | 1949 Triumph Renown | |
| Make | Austin | Triumph |
| Model | Marina | Renown |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2750 mm |
