1972 Austin 2200 vs. 1966 Austin A 90
To start off, 1972 Austin 2200 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Austin A 90 (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1972 Austin 2200. (110 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin 2200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Austin A 90 weights approximately 389 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, 1966 Austin A 90 (222 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin 2200. (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1966 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin 2200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Austin 2200 | 1966 Austin A 90 | |
| Make | Austin | Austin |
| Model | 2200 | A 90 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2227 cc | 2912 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 83.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1181 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 34 L |
