1972 Austin 2200 vs. 1997 Marcos Mantis
To start off, 1997 Marcos Mantis is newer by 25 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 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Marcos Mantis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Marcos Mantis (352 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1972 Austin 2200. (110 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Marcos Mantis should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin 2200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Marcos Mantis weights approximately 8 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, 1997 Marcos Mantis (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin 2200. (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Marcos Mantis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin 2200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Austin 2200 | 1997 Marcos Mantis | |
| Make | Austin | Marcos |
| Model | 2200 | Mantis |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2227 cc | 4599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 352 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Top Speed | 163 km/hour | 248 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1181 kg | 1189 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 45 L |
