1972 Austin 2200 vs. 1964 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1972 Austin 2200 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Opel Rekord 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 57 more horse power than 1964 Opel Rekord. (53 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Austin 2200 should accelerate faster than 1964 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Austin 2200 weights approximately 211 kg more than 1964 Opel Rekord. 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 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Opel Rekord. (108 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1972 Austin 2200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Austin 2200 | 1964 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Austin | Opel |
| Model | 2200 | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2227 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1181 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2650 mm |
