1970 Audi 100 vs. 2011 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2011 Toyota iQ is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,760 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Audi 100 (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2011 Toyota iQ. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota iQ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Audi 100 weights approximately 190 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1970 Audi 100 (136 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota iQ. (98 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1970 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota iQ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Audi 100 | 2011 Toyota iQ | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | 100 | iQ |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1760 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3051 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2000 mm |
