1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 1972 Austin 2200
To start off, 1972 Austin 2200 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 would be higher. At 2,584 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1972 Austin 2200. (110 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin 2200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 weights approximately 189 kg more than 1972 Austin 2200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin 2200. (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin 2200.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 1972 Austin 2200 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin |
Model | 2600 | 2200 |
Year Released | 1963 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2584 cc | 2227 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 81.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1181 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 56 L |