2005 Audi A3 vs. 1951 Triumph Renown
To start off, 2005 Audi A3 is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Triumph Renown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Triumph Renown would be higher. At 2,088 cc (4 cylinders), 1951 Triumph Renown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A3 (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1951 Triumph Renown. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1951 Triumph Renown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A3 weights approximately 11 kg more than 1951 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, 2005 Audi A3 (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Triumph Renown. (147 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Triumph Renown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A3 | 1951 Triumph Renown | |
| Make | Audi | Triumph |
| Model | A3 | Renown |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2750 mm |
