1976 Ford Cortina vs. 2011 Audi A4
To start off, 2011 Audi A4 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 2,294 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A4 (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1976 Ford Cortina. (107 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A4 weights approximately 555 kg more than 1976 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Audi A4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Ford Cortina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi A4 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, 2011 Audi A4 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Cortina. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Ford Cortina | 2011 Audi A4 | |
Make | Ford | Audi |
Model | Cortina | A4 |
Year Released | 1976 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2294 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4704 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1829 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2809 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 65 L |