1972 Austin 2200 vs. 2013 Audi A6
To start off, 2013 Audi A6 is newer by 41 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, 2013 Audi A6 (208 HP) has 98 more horse power than 1972 Austin 2200. (110 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin 2200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A6 weights approximately 493 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 2013 Audi A6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Austin 2200. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A6 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, 2013 Audi A6 (350 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin 2200. (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin 2200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Austin 2200 | 2013 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Austin | Audi |
| Model | 2200 | A6 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2227 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 208 HP |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 163 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1181 kg | 1674 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4925 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 2086 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2912 mm |
