1972 Austin 2200 vs. 1960 Land Rover 88
To start off, 1972 Austin 2200 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Land Rover 88. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Land Rover 88 would be higher. At 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Land Rover 88 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Austin 2200 (110 HP) has 43 more horse power than 1960 Land Rover 88. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Austin 2200 should accelerate faster than 1960 Land Rover 88. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Land Rover 88 weights approximately 279 kg more than 1972 Austin 2200.
Because 1960 Land Rover 88 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Austin 2200. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1960 Land Rover 88 will offer significantly more control. 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 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Land Rover 88. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Austin 2200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Land Rover 88.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Austin 2200 | 1960 Land Rover 88 | |
Make | Austin | Land Rover |
Model | 2200 | 88 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2227 cc | 2286 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 169 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1181 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2240 mm |