1967 Alvis TF vs. 1972 Austin 2200
To start off, 1972 Austin 2200 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Alvis TF. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Alvis TF would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Alvis TF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Alvis TF (150 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1972 Austin 2200. (110 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Alvis TF should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin 2200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Alvis TF weights approximately 369 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, 1967 Alvis TF (247 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin 2200. (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1967 Alvis TF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin 2200.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Alvis TF | 1972 Austin 2200 | |
Make | Alvis | Austin |
Model | TF | 2200 |
Year Released | 1967 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2227 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 247 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 163 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1181 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 56 L |