1972 Austin 2200 vs. 1975 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1975 Toyota Publica is newer by 3 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 2,227 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Austin 2200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Austin 2200 (110 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Austin 2200 should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Austin 2200 weights approximately 426 kg more than 1975 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Austin 2200 (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1972 Austin 2200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Austin 2200 | 1975 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | 2200 | Publica |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2227 cc | 1164 cc |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1181 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2270 mm |
