1972 Austin 2200 vs. 1996 Opel Omega
To start off, 1996 Opel Omega is newer by 24 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, 1996 Opel Omega (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1972 Austin 2200. (110 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin 2200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Opel Omega weights approximately 249 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, 1996 Opel Omega (178 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin 2200. (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin 2200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Austin 2200 | 1996 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Austin | Opel |
| Model | 2200 | Omega |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2227 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1181 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 60 L |
