1972 Austin 2200 vs. 1976 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1976 Nissan Skyline is newer by 4 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, 1976 Nissan Skyline (136 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1972 Austin 2200. (110 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin 2200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Austin 2200 weights approximately 36 kg more than 1976 Nissan Skyline.
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, 1976 Nissan Skyline (180 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin 2200. (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin 2200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Austin 2200 | 1976 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | 2200 | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2227 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1181 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2620 mm |
