1970 Toyota Corona vs. 2010 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2010 Toyota iQ is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,857 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Toyota Corona (98 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2010 Toyota iQ. (89 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota iQ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Toyota Corona weights approximately 135 kg more than 2010 Toyota iQ. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Toyota Corona 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 1970 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Toyota iQ (190 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Corona. (143 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota iQ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Toyota Corona | 2010 Toyota iQ | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Corona | iQ |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1857 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 2985 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 32 L |
