1965 Austin A 90 vs. 2008 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2008 Toyota iQ is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,910 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Austin A 90 (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2008 Toyota iQ. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota iQ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Austin A 90 weights approximately 710 kg more than 2008 Toyota iQ. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Austin A 90 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 1965 Austin A 90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1965 Austin A 90 (221 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota iQ. (118 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1965 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota iQ.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Austin A 90 | 2008 Toyota iQ | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | A 90 | iQ |
Year Released | 1965 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2910 cc | 1329 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4400 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 | 1570 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 2985 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2000 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 32 L |