1969 AMC Hornet vs. 2011 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2011 Toyota iQ is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 AMC Hornet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 AMC Hornet would be higher. At 4,983 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 AMC Hornet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 AMC Hornet (210 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2011 Toyota iQ. (89 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 AMC Hornet should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota iQ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 AMC Hornet weights approximately 489 kg more than 2011 Toyota iQ. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 AMC Hornet 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 1969 AMC Hornet. 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, 1969 AMC Hornet (414 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota iQ. (190 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1969 AMC Hornet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota iQ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 AMC Hornet | 2011 Toyota iQ | |
| Make | AMC | Toyota |
| Model | Hornet | iQ |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4983 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1349 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3051 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2000 mm |
