1996 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1949 Triumph Renown
To start off, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 47 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, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1949 Triumph Renown. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 1949 Triumph Renown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Triumph Renown weights approximately 145 kg more than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145.
Let's talk about torque, 1949 Triumph Renown (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1949 Triumph Renown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1949 Triumph Renown | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Triumph |
| Model | 145 | Renown |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2750 mm |
