1974 Lotus Eclat vs. 1949 Triumph Renown
To start off, 1974 Lotus Eclat is newer by 25 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, 1974 Lotus Eclat (160 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1949 Triumph Renown. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lotus Eclat should accelerate faster than 1949 Triumph Renown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Triumph Renown weights approximately 225 kg more than 1974 Lotus Eclat.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Lotus Eclat (190 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Triumph Renown. (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1974 Lotus Eclat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Triumph Renown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Lotus Eclat | 1949 Triumph Renown | |
| Make | Lotus | Triumph |
| Model | Eclat | Renown |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.2 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.3 mm | 92 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2750 mm |
