Please excuse my knowledge on this.

I know of the old Granada's, Sierra's and early Mondeo automatics. The newer automatic cars, what is the difference? I know they come with 6 or 7 gears, but are they smoother as in you dont really feel the car change gear? Also seems like the new autos cost a fortune if they go wrong.

Pros and cons of new auto cars 'vs' old auto cars?