1994 Audi A4 vs. 1949 Triumph Renown
To start off, 1994 Audi A4 is newer by 45 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, 1994 Audi A4 (123 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1949 Triumph Renown. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1949 Triumph Renown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Audi A4 weights approximately 4 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, 1994 Audi A4 (173 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Triumph Renown. (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1994 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Triumph Renown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Audi A4 | 1949 Triumph Renown | |
| Make | Audi | Triumph |
| Model | A4 | Renown |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2750 mm |
