1970 Ford Cortina vs. 2012 Audi Q3
To start off, 2012 Audi Q3 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Audi Q3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi Q3 (168 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1970 Ford Cortina. (88 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q3 should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Cortina.
Because 2012 Audi Q3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Ford Cortina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q3 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, 2012 Audi Q3 (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Cortina. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Audi Q3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Cortina | 2012 Audi Q3 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Cortina | Q3 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1600 mm |
