1991 Renault Clio vs. 1949 Triumph Renown
To start off, 1991 Renault Clio 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 2,088 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 Triumph Renown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Renault Clio (80 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1949 Triumph Renown. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1949 Triumph Renown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Triumph Renown weights approximately 430 kg more than 1991 Renault Clio.
Let's talk about torque, 1949 Triumph Renown (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Renault Clio. (107 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1949 Triumph Renown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Renault Clio | 1949 Triumph Renown | |
| Make | Renault | Triumph |
| Model | Clio | Renown |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2750 mm |
