1970 Ford Cortina vs. 2013 Audi A5
To start off, 2013 Audi A5 is newer by 43 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 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A5 (208 HP) has 111 more horse power than 1970 Ford Cortina. (97 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A5 weights approximately 627 kg more than 1970 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2013 Audi A5 (350 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Cortina. (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Cortina | 2013 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Cortina | A5 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | rear |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 208 HP |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.8 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1002 kg | 1629 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4626 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1372 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2751 mm |
