1976 Audi 100 vs. 1965 Ford Cortina
To start off, 1976 Audi 100 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Audi 100 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1965 Ford Cortina. (49 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1965 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Audi 100 weights approximately 317 kg more than 1965 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 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 1965 Ford Cortina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Audi 100, 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, 1976 Audi 100 (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Ford Cortina. (90 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1976 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Audi 100 | 1965 Ford Cortina | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | 100 | Cortina |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 40 L |
