1984 Austin Ambassador vs. 1949 Triumph Renown
To start off, 1984 Austin Ambassador is newer by 35 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, 1984 Austin Ambassador (83 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1949 Triumph Renown. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Austin Ambassador should accelerate faster than 1949 Triumph Renown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Triumph Renown weights approximately 75 kg more than 1984 Austin Ambassador.
Let's talk about torque, 1949 Triumph Renown (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Ambassador. (131 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1949 Triumph Renown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Ambassador.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Austin Ambassador | 1949 Triumph Renown | |
| Make | Austin | Triumph |
| Model | Ambassador | Renown |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1697 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2750 mm |
