1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1949 Triumph Renown
To start off, 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud 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 Alfasud (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1949 Triumph Renown. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1949 Triumph Renown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Triumph Renown weights approximately 410 kg more than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Let's talk about torque, 1949 Triumph Renown (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1949 Triumph Renown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1949 Triumph Renown | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Triumph |
| Model | Alfasud | Renown |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 92 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2750 mm |
