1972 Austin 2200 vs. 1994 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 1994 Mazda MX-5 Miata 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 2,227 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Austin 2200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mazda MX-5 Miata (116 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1972 Austin 2200. (110 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin 2200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Austin 2200 weights approximately 226 kg more than 1994 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
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, 1972 Austin 2200 (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (130 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1972 Austin 2200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Austin 2200 | 1994 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Austin | Mazda |
Model | 2200 | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 1972 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2227 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1181 kg | 955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 50 L |