1977 Simca 1309 vs. 1949 Triumph Renown
To start off, 1977 Simca 1309 is newer by 28 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, 1977 Simca 1309 (87 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1949 Triumph Renown. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Simca 1309 should accelerate faster than 1949 Triumph Renown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Triumph Renown weights approximately 185 kg more than 1977 Simca 1309.
Let's talk about torque, 1949 Triumph Renown (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Simca 1309. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1949 Triumph Renown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Simca 1309.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Simca 1309 | 1949 Triumph Renown | |
| Make | Simca | Triumph |
| Model | 1309 | Renown |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1592 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2750 mm |
