1972 Austin 2200 vs. 1975 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1975 Triumph Spitfire 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 39 more horse power than 1975 Triumph Spitfire. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Austin 2200 should accelerate faster than 1975 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Austin 2200 weights approximately 366 kg more than 1975 Triumph Spitfire. 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 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Triumph Spitfire. (111 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Austin 2200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Austin 2200 | 1975 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Austin | Triumph |
| Model | 2200 | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2227 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1181 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 33 L |
