1985 Alfa Romeo 90 vs. 1972 Austin 2200
To start off, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 is newer by 13 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 2,391 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Austin 2200 (110 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. (109 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Austin 2200 should accelerate faster than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 weights approximately 69 kg more 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, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 (235 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin 2200. (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin 2200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 | 1972 Austin 2200 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin |
| Model | 90 | 2200 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2391 cc | 2227 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 81.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 178 km/hour | 163 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1181 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 56 L |
