1972 Austin 2200 vs. 2006 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2006 Subaru Impreza is newer by 34 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Impreza (227 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1972 Austin 2200. (110 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin 2200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 329 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.
Because 2006 Subaru Impreza 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, 2006 Subaru Impreza 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, 2006 Subaru Impreza (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin 2200. (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin 2200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Austin 2200 | 2006 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Austin | Subaru |
| Model | 2200 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2227 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Top Speed | 163 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1181 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 60 L |
