1972 Austin 2200 vs. 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 38 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, 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata (167 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1972 Austin 2200. (110 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin 2200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Austin 2200 weights approximately 56 kg more than 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
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, 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata (190 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin 2200. (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin 2200. 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata 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. 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Austin 2200 | 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
| Make | Austin | Mazda |
| Model | 2200 | MX-5 Miata |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2227 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1181 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3995 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1245 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2329 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 48 L |
