1991 Audi 100 vs. 1949 Triumph Renown
To start off, 1991 Audi 100 is newer by 42 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 2,309 cc (5 cylinders), 1991 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Audi 100 (131 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1949 Triumph Renown. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1949 Triumph Renown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Audi 100 weights approximately 130 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, 1991 Audi 100 (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Triumph Renown. (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1991 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Triumph Renown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi 100 | 1949 Triumph Renown | |
| Make | Audi | Triumph |
| Model | 100 | Renown |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2309 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1610 mm |
