1999 Audi A4 vs. 1970 Ford Cortina
To start off, 1999 Audi A4 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi A4 (247 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1970 Ford Cortina. (95 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi A4 weights approximately 335 kg more than 1970 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 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 1970 Ford Cortina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Audi A4, 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, 1999 Audi A4 (321 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Cortina. (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi A4 | 1970 Ford Cortina | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A4 | Cortina |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 90.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 169 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 87 L |
