2005 Audi A4 vs. 1952 Triumph Renown
To start off, 2005 Audi A4 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Triumph Renown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Triumph Renown would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 Triumph Renown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A4 (161 HP @ 1950 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1952 Triumph Renown. (66 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1952 Triumph Renown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A4 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1952 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 A4 (225 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Triumph Renown. (147 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Triumph Renown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A4 | 1952 Triumph Renown | |
| Make | Audi | Triumph |
| Model | A4 | Renown |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 1950 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2750 mm |
