1972 Austin 2200 vs. 1974 Mazda RX-4
To start off, 1974 Mazda RX-4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Austin 2200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Austin 2200 would be higher. At 2,616 cc, 1974 Mazda RX-4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Mazda RX-4 (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1972 Austin 2200. (110 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Mazda RX-4 should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin 2200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Austin 2200 weights approximately 71 kg more than 1974 Mazda RX-4.
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 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda RX-4. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Austin 2200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda RX-4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Austin 2200 | 1974 Mazda RX-4 | |
| Make | Austin | Mazda |
| Model | 2200 | RX-4 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2227 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1181 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2520 mm |
