2009 Audi A4 vs. 1966 Ford Corsair
To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 43 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 3,123 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 (252 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1966 Ford Corsair. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A4 weights approximately 45 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 2009 Audi A4 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, 2009 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, 2009 Audi A4 (331 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Corsair. (101 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A4 | 1966 Ford Corsair | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A4 | Corsair |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3123 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 72.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
