1963 Ford Cortina vs. 2010 Audi A4
To start off, 2010 Audi A4 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A4 (211 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1963 Ford Cortina. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1963 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A4 weights approximately 890 kg more than 1963 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Audi A4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Ford Cortina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi A4 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, 2010 Audi A4 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ford Cortina. (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ford Cortina. 2010 Audi A4 has automatic transmission and 1963 Ford Cortina has manual transmission. 1963 Ford Cortina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Audi A4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Ford Cortina | 2010 Audi A4 | |
Make | Ford | Audi |
Model | Cortina | A4 |
Year Released | 1963 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1558 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4704 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1826 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1435 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2809 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 64 L |