1972 Austin 2200 vs. 1995 Honda NSX
To start off, 1995 Honda NSX is newer by 23 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 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda NSX (280 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1972 Austin 2200. (110 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin 2200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda NSX weights approximately 199 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.
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, 1995 Honda NSX (294 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin 2200. (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin 2200.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Austin 2200 | 1995 Honda NSX | |
Make | Austin | Honda |
Model | 2200 | NSX |
Year Released | 1972 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2227 cc | 2977 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
Top Speed | 163 km/hour | 257 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1181 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 70 L |