1972 Austin 2200 vs. 1991 Saturn Sports Coupe
To start off, 1991 Saturn Sports Coupe is newer by 19 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, 1991 Saturn Sports Coupe (123 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1972 Austin 2200. (110 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Saturn Sports Coupe should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin 2200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Austin 2200 weights approximately 101 kg more than 1991 Saturn Sports Coupe.
Because 1972 Austin 2200 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Austin 2200. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Saturn Sports Coupe, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Saturn Sports Coupe. (164 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1972 Austin 2200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Saturn Sports Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Austin 2200 | 1991 Saturn Sports Coupe | |
| Make | Austin | Saturn |
| Model | 2200 | Sports Coupe |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2227 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1181 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2530 mm |
