1971 Marcos 2 Litres vs. 2011 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2011 Toyota iQ is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Marcos 2 Litres. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Marcos 2 Litres would be higher. At 1,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Marcos 2 Litres is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota iQ (89 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1971 Marcos 2 Litres. (87 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota iQ should accelerate faster than 1971 Marcos 2 Litres. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota iQ weights approximately 5 kg more than 1971 Marcos 2 Litres. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Marcos 2 Litres 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 1971 Marcos 2 Litres. 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 (190 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Marcos 2 Litres. (149 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota iQ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Marcos 2 Litres.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Marcos 2 Litres | 2011 Toyota iQ | |
Make | Marcos | Toyota |
Model | 2 Litres | iQ |
Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1364 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 3051 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2000 mm |