1986 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 1972 Austin 2200
To start off, 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 is newer by 14 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, 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1972 Austin 2200. (110 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin 2200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 weights approximately 25 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.
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, 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 (230 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin 2200. (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin 2200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 | 1972 Austin 2200 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin |
| Model | 75 | 2200 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 2227 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 81.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 163 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1206 kg | 1181 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 56 L |
