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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A4 (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1976 Ford Cortina. (73 HP @ 5300 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 616 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 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Cortina. (117 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Cortina. 2011 Audi A4 has automatic transmission and 1976 Ford Cortina has manual transmission. 1976 Ford Cortina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Audi A4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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 | 1593 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1114 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1829 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2809 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 65 L |
