1966 Ford Consul vs. 2011 Audi A4
To start off, 2011 Audi A4 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford Consul would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A4 (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1966 Ford Consul. (45 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A4 weights approximately 863 kg more than 1966 Ford Consul. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Audi A4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Ford Consul. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Audi A4 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Consul. (85 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Ford Consul | 2011 Audi A4 | |
Make | Ford | Audi |
Model | Consul | A4 |
Year Released | 1966 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1181 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 85 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 782 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4704 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1829 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2809 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 65 L |