1972 Austin 2200 vs. 1971 Chrysler Valiant
To start off, 1972 Austin 2200 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chrysler Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chrysler Valiant would be higher. At 4,341 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chrysler Valiant (200 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1972 Austin 2200. (110 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin 2200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chrysler Valiant weights approximately 269 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, 1971 Chrysler Valiant (355 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin 2200. (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin 2200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Austin 2200 | 1971 Chrysler Valiant | |
| Make | Austin | Chrysler |
| Model | 2200 | Valiant |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2227 cc | 4341 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1181 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2830 mm |
