1972 Ford Cortina vs. 1975 Audi Fox
To start off, 1975 Audi Fox is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Audi Fox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Audi Fox (75 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1972 Ford Cortina. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Audi Fox should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Cortina weights approximately 132 kg more than 1975 Audi Fox.
Because 1972 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 1972 Ford Cortina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Audi Fox, 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, 1975 Audi Fox (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Cortina. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Audi Fox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Cortina | 1975 Audi Fox | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Cortina | Fox |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 60 L |
