2005 Lotus Exige vs. 1949 Triumph Renown
To start off, 2005 Lotus Exige is newer by 56 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, 2005 Lotus Exige (243 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1949 Triumph Renown. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1949 Triumph Renown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Triumph Renown weights approximately 350 kg more than 2005 Lotus Exige.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Lotus Exige (236 Nm @ 7000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Triumph Renown. (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Triumph Renown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lotus Exige | 1949 Triumph Renown | |
| Make | Lotus | Triumph |
| Model | Exige | Renown |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 243 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 92 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2750 mm |
