1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. 1949 Triumph Renown
To start off, 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 50 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 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse (208 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1949 Triumph Renown. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 1949 Triumph Renown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse weights approximately 70 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, 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse (278 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Triumph Renown. (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Triumph Renown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse | 1949 Triumph Renown | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Triumph |
| Model | Eclipse | Renown |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2750 mm |
