1972 Austin 2200 vs. 2012 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2012 Lotus Exige is newer by 40 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, 2012 Lotus Exige (257 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1972 Austin 2200. (110 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin 2200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Austin 2200 weights approximately 272 kg more than 2012 Lotus Exige.
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, 2012 Lotus Exige (236 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin 2200. (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin 2200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Austin 2200 | 2012 Lotus Exige | |
| Make | Austin | Lotus |
| Model | 2200 | Exige |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2227 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 257 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1181 kg | 909 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3797 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1727 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1158 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2299 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 44 L |
