1972 Austin 2200 vs. 2002 Honda Civic
To start off, 2002 Honda Civic is newer by 30 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 12 more horse power than 2002 Honda Civic. (98 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Austin 2200 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Civic weights approximately 85 kg more than 1972 Austin 2200.
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, 2002 Honda Civic, 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, 2002 Honda Civic (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin 2200. (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin 2200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Austin 2200 | 2002 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | 2200 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2227 cc | 1672 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Top Speed | 163 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1181 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 50 L |
