1970 Audi 100 vs. 2012 Ford C-Max
To start off, 2012 Ford C-Max is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,760 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford C-Max (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1970 Audi 100. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford C-Max should accelerate faster than 1970 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford C-Max weights approximately 500 kg more than 1970 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2012 Ford C-Max (230 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Audi 100. (136 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Ford C-Max will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Audi 100 | 2012 Ford C-Max | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | 100 | C-Max |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1760 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1828 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2788 mm |
