2000 Audi S3 vs. 1976 Ford Cortina
To start off, 2000 Audi S3 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Audi S3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi S3 (210 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1976 Ford Cortina. (73 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi S3 should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi S3 weights approximately 416 kg more than 1976 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Audi S3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Ford Cortina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi S3 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, 2000 Audi S3 (270 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Cortina. (117 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2000 Audi S3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi S3 | 1976 Ford Cortina | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | S3 | Cortina |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1114 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 54 L |
