1980 Ford Cortina vs. 2010 Audi TT
To start off, 2010 Audi TT is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi TT (158 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1980 Ford Cortina. (59 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Cortina.
Because 1980 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 1980 Ford Cortina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi TT, 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, 2010 Audi TT (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Cortina. (92 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Cortina. 2010 Audi TT has automatic transmission and 1980 Ford Cortina has manual transmission. 1980 Ford Cortina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Audi TT will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ford Cortina | 2010 Audi TT | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Cortina | TT |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4201 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1359 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2469 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 60 L |
