1991 Toyota Corolla vs. 1949 Triumph Renown
To start off, 1991 Toyota Corolla 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 Toyota Corolla (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1949 Triumph Renown. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1949 Triumph Renown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Triumph Renown weights approximately 280 kg more than 1991 Toyota Corolla.
Let's talk about torque, 1949 Triumph Renown (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Toyota Corolla. (101 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1949 Triumph Renown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Toyota Corolla | 1949 Triumph Renown | |
| Make | Toyota | Triumph |
| Model | Corolla | Renown |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2750 mm |
