1972 Austin 2200 vs. 1970 Volkswagen K 70
To start off, 1972 Austin 2200 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Volkswagen K 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Volkswagen K 70 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 35 more horse power than 1970 Volkswagen K 70. (75 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Austin 2200 should accelerate faster than 1970 Volkswagen K 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Austin 2200 weights approximately 125 kg more than 1970 Volkswagen K 70. 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 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Volkswagen K 70. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Austin 2200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Volkswagen K 70.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Austin 2200 | 1970 Volkswagen K 70 | |
Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
Model | 2200 | K 70 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2227 cc | 1605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
Top Speed | 163 km/hour | 148 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1181 kg | 1056 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 52 L |