1972 Austin 2200 vs. 1968 Chevrolet Nova
To start off, 1972 Austin 2200 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chevrolet Nova. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chevrolet Nova would be higher. At 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Austin 2200 (110 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1968 Chevrolet Nova. (109 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Austin 2200 should accelerate faster than 1968 Chevrolet Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chevrolet Nova weights approximately 211 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, 1968 Chevrolet Nova (256 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin 2200. (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin 2200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Austin 2200 | 1968 Chevrolet Nova | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | 2200 | Nova |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2227 cc | 4097 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 98.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1181 kg | 1392 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2830 mm |
