1973 Ford Cortina vs. 2013 Audi A6
To start off, 2013 Audi A6 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A6 (306 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 1973 Ford Cortina. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1973 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A6 weights approximately 795 kg more than 1973 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Audi A6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Ford Cortina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A6 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, 2013 Audi A6 (441 Nm) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Ford Cortina. (91 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Ford Cortina | 2013 Audi A6 | |
Make | Ford | Audi |
Model | Cortina | A6 |
Year Released | 1973 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 441 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1835 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4925 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2086 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1468 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2912 mm |