1972 Austin 2200 vs. 1993 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1993 Toyota Carina 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 Toyota Carina (131 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1972 Austin 2200. (110 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin 2200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Carina weights approximately 59 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.
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, 1993 Toyota Carina, 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, 1993 Toyota Carina (183 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin 2200. (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin 2200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Austin 2200 | 1993 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | 2200 | Carina |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2227 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1181 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2590 mm |
