1972 Austin 2200 vs. 1949 Jeep Station Wagon
To start off, 1972 Austin 2200 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Jeep Station Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Jeep Station Wagon would be higher. At 2,227 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Austin 2200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Austin 2200 (110 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1949 Jeep Station Wagon. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Austin 2200 should accelerate faster than 1949 Jeep Station Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Jeep Station Wagon weights approximately 179 kg more than 1972 Austin 2200.
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, 1972 Austin 2200 (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Jeep Station Wagon. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1972 Austin 2200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Jeep Station Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Austin 2200 | 1949 Jeep Station Wagon | |
Make | Austin | Jeep |
Model | 2200 | Station Wagon |
Year Released | 1972 | 1949 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2227 cc | 2199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1181 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2650 mm |