2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. 1949 Triumph Renown
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 58 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 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse (162 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1949 Triumph Renown. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 1949 Triumph Renown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse weights approximately 120 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, 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Triumph Renown. (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Triumph Renown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse | 1949 Triumph Renown | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Triumph |
| Model | Eclipse | Renown |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2399 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2750 mm |
