1972 Austin 2200 vs. 2006 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2006 Toyota MR2 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 2,227 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Austin 2200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota MR2 (140 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1972 Austin 2200. (110 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota MR2 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, 2006 Toyota MR2 (231 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin 2200. (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota MR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin 2200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Austin 2200 | 2006 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | 2200 | MR2 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2227 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Top Speed | 163 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 60 L |
