1972 Austin 2200 vs. 2003 Kia Retona
To start off, 2003 Kia Retona is newer by 31 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 20 more horse power than 2003 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Austin 2200 should accelerate faster than 2003 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Retona weights approximately 689 kg more than 1972 Austin 2200.
Because 2003 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Austin 2200. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Kia Retona will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Kia Retona (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin 2200. (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin 2200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Austin 2200 | 2003 Kia Retona | |
| Make | Austin | Kia |
| Model | 2200 | Retona |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2227 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1181 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2370 mm |
