1972 Austin 2200 vs. 1992 Nissan Pintara
To start off, 1992 Nissan Pintara is newer by 20 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, 1992 Nissan Pintara (111 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1972 Austin 2200. (110 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Nissan Pintara should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin 2200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Austin 2200 weights approximately 21 kg more than 1992 Nissan Pintara.
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, 1992 Nissan Pintara, 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 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Nissan Pintara. (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Austin 2200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Nissan Pintara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Austin 2200 | 1992 Nissan Pintara | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | 2200 | Pintara |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1992 |
| Engine Size | 2227 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1181 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2560 mm |
