1972 Austin 2200 vs. 1999 Ford Falcon
To start off, 1999 Ford Falcon is newer by 27 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 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Falcon (232 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1972 Austin 2200. (110 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin 2200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Falcon weights approximately 349 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, 1999 Ford Falcon (374 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin 2200. (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin 2200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Austin 2200 | 1999 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | 2200 | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2227 cc | 3984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 92.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1181 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 68 L |
