2007 Audi A4 vs. 1972 Ford Cortina
To start off, 2007 Audi A4 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 3,123 cc, 2007 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A4 (252 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1972 Ford Cortina. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A4 weights approximately 654 kg more than 1972 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Audi A4 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Cortina. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A4 | 1972 Ford Cortina | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A4 | Cortina |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3123 cc | 1298 cc |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 63 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1698 kg | 1044 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 87 L |
