1962 Fiat 1300 vs. 2011 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2011 Toyota iQ is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Fiat 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Fiat 1300 would be higher. At 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Fiat 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota iQ (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1962 Fiat 1300. (64 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota iQ should accelerate faster than 1962 Fiat 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Fiat 1300 weights approximately 100 kg more than 2011 Toyota iQ.
Because 1962 Fiat 1300 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1962 Fiat 1300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Toyota iQ, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Toyota iQ (98 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Fiat 1300. (93 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota iQ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Fiat 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Fiat 1300 | 2011 Toyota iQ | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | 1300 | iQ |
Year Released | 1962 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1295 cc | 995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3051 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2000 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 32 L |