2005 Audi A4 vs. 1970 Ford Capri

To start off, 2005 Audi A4 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ford Capri (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Audi A4. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A4 weights approximately 382 kg more than 1970 Ford Capri.

Because 2005 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Ford Capri. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 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, 2005 Audi A4 (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Capri. (236 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Capri.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Audi A4 1970 Ford Capri
Make Audi Ford
Model A4 Capri
Year Released 2005 1970
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1896 cc 2994 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 128 HP 138 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 310 Nm 236 Nm
Torque RPM 1900 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 79.5 mm 93.7 mm
Engine Stroke Size 95.5 mm 72.4 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 19.0:1 8.9:1
Top Speed 205 km/hour 196 km/hour
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1485 kg 1103 kg
Vehicle Length 4550 mm 4290 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1650 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1290 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 2570 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 66 L 58 L


 

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