2001 Audi RS4 vs. 1966 Ford Corsair
To start off, 2001 Audi RS4 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 2,671 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Audi RS4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi RS4 (377 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 318 more horse power than 1966 Ford Corsair. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi RS4 should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi RS4 weights approximately 700 kg more than 1966 Ford Corsair. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Audi RS4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Ford Corsair. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Audi RS4 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, 2001 Audi RS4 (449 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Corsair. (101 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2001 Audi RS4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi RS4 | 1966 Ford Corsair | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | RS4 | Corsair |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2671 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 377 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 449 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 68 L |
