1972 Austin 2200 vs. 1994 Citroen Rally Raid
To start off, 1994 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 22 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Citroen Rally Raid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1972 Austin 2200. (110 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin 2200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 271 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, 1994 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 421 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin 2200. (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin 2200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Austin 2200 | 1994 Citroen Rally Raid | |
| Make | Austin | Citroen |
| Model | 2200 | Rally Raid |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1994 |
| Engine Size | 2227 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 590 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1181 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3000 mm |
