2005 Audi A6 vs. 1970 Ford Cortina
To start off, 2005 Audi A6 is newer by 35 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 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A6 (218 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1970 Ford Cortina. (44 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Cortina.
Because 2005 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Ford Cortina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 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 A6 (400 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Cortina. (73 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A6 | 1970 Ford Cortina | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A6 | Cortina |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3189 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 218 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2500 mm |
