1972 Austin 2200 vs. 1955 Austin A 40
To start off, 1972 Austin 2200 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin A 40 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 69 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Austin 2200 should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Austin 2200 weights approximately 151 kg more than 1955 Austin A 40. 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, 1972 Austin 2200 (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1972 Austin 2200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Austin 2200 | 1955 Austin A 40 | |
| Make | Austin | Austin |
| Model | 2200 | A 40 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2227 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1181 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 54 L |
