1972 Austin 2200 vs. 2000 Vauxhall Agila
To start off, 2000 Vauxhall Agila is newer by 28 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, 1972 Austin 2200 (110 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2000 Vauxhall Agila. (57 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Austin 2200 should accelerate faster than 2000 Vauxhall Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Austin 2200 weights approximately 161 kg more than 2000 Vauxhall Agila. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Austin 2200 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Austin 2200. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Vauxhall Agila, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1972 Austin 2200 (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Vauxhall Agila. (87 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1972 Austin 2200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Vauxhall Agila.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Austin 2200 | 2000 Vauxhall Agila | |
| Make | Austin | Vauxhall |
| Model | 2200 | Agila |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2227 cc | 973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1181 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2370 mm |
