1972 Austin 2200 vs. 1997 Mazda MPV
To start off, 1997 Mazda MPV 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 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Mazda MPV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mazda MPV (146 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1972 Austin 2200. (110 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mazda MPV should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin 2200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mazda MPV weights approximately 541 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 Mazda MPV (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin 2200. (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Mazda MPV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin 2200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Austin 2200 | 1997 Mazda MPV | |
| Make | Austin | Mazda |
| Model | 2200 | MPV |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2227 cc | 2954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1181 kg | 1722 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2850 mm |
