1972 Austin 2200 vs. 1991 TVR Griffith
To start off, 1991 TVR Griffith 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 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 TVR Griffith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 TVR Griffith (276 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1972 Austin 2200. (110 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin 2200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Austin 2200 weights approximately 121 kg more than 1991 TVR Griffith.
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, 1991 TVR Griffith (388 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin 2200. (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin 2200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Austin 2200 | 1991 TVR Griffith | |
| Make | Austin | TVR |
| Model | 2200 | Griffith |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2227 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Top Speed | 163 km/hour | 233 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1181 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2290 mm |
