1966 Audi Variant vs. 1976 Ford Cortina
To start off, 1976 Ford Cortina is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Audi Variant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Audi Variant would be higher. At 1,696 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Audi Variant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ford Cortina (73 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1966 Audi Variant. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ford Cortina should accelerate faster than 1966 Audi Variant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Cortina weights approximately 44 kg more than 1966 Audi Variant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Ford Cortina is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Ford Cortina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1966 Audi Variant, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1966 Audi Variant (128 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Cortina. (117 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1966 Audi Variant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Audi Variant | 1976 Ford Cortina | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | Variant | Cortina |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1696 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1114 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2590 mm |
