1984 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1972 Austin 2200
To start off, 1984 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is newer by 12 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, 1984 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (170 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1972 Austin 2200. (110 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin 2200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Austin 2200 weights approximately 41 kg more than 1984 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
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, 1984 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (283 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin 2200. (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin 2200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1972 Austin 2200 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin |
| Model | Giulietta | 2200 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1962 cc | 2227 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 283 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 81.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 163 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1181 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 56 L |
