2000 Audi A4 vs. 1970 Ford Cortina
To start off, 2000 Audi A4 is newer by 30 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 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ford Cortina (95 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2000 Audi A4. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ford Cortina should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A4 weights approximately 475 kg more than 1970 Ford Cortina.
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, 2000 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, 2000 Audi A4 (230 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Cortina. (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Audi A4 | 1970 Ford Cortina | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | A4 | Cortina |
Year Released | 2000 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2393 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 95 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 169 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 87 L |