2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 1949 Triumph Renown
To start off, 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser is newer by 57 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 2,425 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser (180 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1949 Triumph Renown. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1949 Triumph Renown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser weights approximately 430 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, 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser (285 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Triumph Renown. (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Triumph Renown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 1949 Triumph Renown | |
| Make | Chrysler | Triumph |
| Model | PT Cruiser | Renown |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2425 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2750 mm |
