1983 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 1949 Triumph Renown
To start off, 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 is newer by 34 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, 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (133 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1949 Triumph Renown. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 should accelerate faster than 1949 Triumph Renown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1949 Triumph Renown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Triumph Renown. (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Triumph Renown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 1949 Triumph Renown | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Triumph |
| Model | Alfa 6 | Renown |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66.2 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2750 mm |
