2001 Audi A4 vs. 1976 Ford Cortina
To start off, 2001 Audi A4 is newer by 25 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 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ford Cortina (90 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2001 Audi A4. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ford Cortina should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A4 weights approximately 422 kg more than 1976 Ford Cortina.
Because 1976 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 1976 Ford Cortina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Audi A4 (225 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Cortina. (122 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A4 | 1976 Ford Cortina | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A4 | Cortina |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 87.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1114 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 54 L |
