1972 Austin 2200 vs. 1985 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1985 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 13 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 2,292 cc, 1985 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mazda RX-7 (165 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1972 Austin 2200. (110 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin 2200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Austin 2200 weights approximately 269 kg more than 1985 Mazda RX-7.
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, 1985 Mazda RX-7 (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin 2200. (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin 2200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Austin 2200 | 1985 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Austin | Mazda |
| Model | 2200 | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2227 cc | 2292 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 163 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1181 kg | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2430 mm |
