2001 Audi A6 vs. 1970 Ford Cortina
To start off, 2001 Audi A6 is newer by 31 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 2,698 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A6 (174 HP @ 3300 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1970 Ford Cortina. (97 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A6 weights approximately 693 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, 2001 Audi A6, 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 A6 (370 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Cortina. (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A6 | 1970 Ford Cortina | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A6 | Cortina |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2698 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 90.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 169 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 87 L |
