1972 Austin 2200 vs. 1981 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1981 Ford Mustang is newer by 9 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ford Mustang (173 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1972 Austin 2200. (110 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin 2200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Mustang weights approximately 174 kg more than 1972 Austin 2200. 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, 1981 Ford Mustang (332 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin 2200. (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin 2200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Austin 2200 | 1981 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | 2200 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2227 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1181 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2560 mm |
