1972 Austin 2200 vs. 1969 Toyota 2000GT
To start off, 1972 Austin 2200 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Toyota 2000GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Toyota 2000GT would be higher. At 2,227 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Austin 2200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Toyota 2000GT (127 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1972 Austin 2200. (110 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Toyota 2000GT should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin 2200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Austin 2200 weights approximately 21 kg more than 1969 Toyota 2000GT.
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, 1969 Toyota 2000GT (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin 2200. (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1969 Toyota 2000GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin 2200.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Austin 2200 | 1969 Toyota 2000GT | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | 2200 | 2000GT |
Year Released | 1972 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2227 cc | 1987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Top Speed | 163 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1181 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 60 L |