2003 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 1949 Triumph Renown
To start off, 2003 Beijing BJ 2021 is newer by 54 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 2,464 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Beijing BJ 2021 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Beijing BJ 2021 (111 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1949 Triumph Renown. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Beijing BJ 2021 should accelerate faster than 1949 Triumph Renown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Beijing BJ 2021 weights approximately 230 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, 2003 Beijing BJ 2021 (180 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Triumph Renown. (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Beijing BJ 2021 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Triumph Renown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Beijing BJ 2021 | 1949 Triumph Renown | |
| Make | Beijing | Triumph |
| Model | BJ 2021 | Renown |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1949 |
| Engine Size | 2464 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2750 mm |
