1995 Audi Coupe vs. 1963 Ford Cortina
To start off, 1995 Audi Coupe is newer by 32 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 2,226 cc (5 cylinders), 1995 Audi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Audi Coupe (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1963 Ford Cortina. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Audi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1963 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Audi Coupe weights approximately 684 kg more than 1963 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Audi Coupe 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, 1995 Audi Coupe 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, 1995 Audi Coupe (357 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ford Cortina. (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Audi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Audi Coupe | 1963 Ford Cortina | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | Coupe | Cortina |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 1558 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 72.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2500 mm |
