1972 Austin 2200 vs. 2001 Citroen Osee
To start off, 2001 Citroen Osee is newer by 29 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Citroen Osee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Citroen Osee (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1972 Austin 2200. (110 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen Osee should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin 2200.
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, 2001 Citroen Osee (272 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin 2200. (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen Osee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin 2200. 2001 Citroen Osee has automatic transmission and 1972 Austin 2200 has manual transmission. 1972 Austin 2200 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Citroen Osee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Austin 2200 | 2001 Citroen Osee | |
| Make | Austin | Citroen |
| Model | 2200 | Osee |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2227 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 191 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 272 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 73 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1160 mm |
