1972 Austin 2200 vs. 1971 Volvo 145
To start off, 1972 Austin 2200 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Volvo 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Volvo 145 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 7 more horse power than 1971 Volvo 145. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Austin 2200 should accelerate faster than 1971 Volvo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Volvo 145 weights approximately 109 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, 1972 Austin 2200 (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Volvo 145. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Austin 2200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Volvo 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Austin 2200 | 1971 Volvo 145 | |
| Make | Austin | Volvo |
| Model | 2200 | 145 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2227 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1181 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2620 mm |
