1980 Audi Sport vs. 1963 Ford Cortina
To start off, 1980 Audi Sport is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 2,133 cc (5 cylinders), 1980 Audi Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Sport (300 HP) has 251 more horse power than 1963 Ford Cortina. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport should accelerate faster than 1963 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Ford Cortina weights approximately 223 kg more than 1980 Audi Sport.
Because 1980 Audi Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Ford Cortina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport 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, 1980 Audi Sport (330 Nm) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ford Cortina. (85 Nm). This means 1980 Audi Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi Sport | 1963 Ford Cortina | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | Sport | Cortina |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2133 cc | 1558 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.3 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1223 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 36 L |
