1972 Austin 2200 vs. 1993 Rover 200
To start off, 1993 Rover 200 is newer by 21 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, 1993 Rover 200 (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1972 Austin 2200. (110 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin 2200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Rover 200 weights approximately 4 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Rover 200 (237 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin 2200. (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin 2200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Austin 2200 | 1993 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Austin | Rover |
| Model | 2200 | 200 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2227 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1181 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
