1971 Renault 12 vs. 2010 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2010 Toyota iQ is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Renault 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Renault 12 would be higher. At 1,364 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Toyota iQ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota iQ (89 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1971 Renault 12. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota iQ should accelerate faster than 1971 Renault 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Renault 12 weights approximately 40 kg more than 2010 Toyota iQ.
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, 2010 Toyota iQ (190 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Renault 12. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota iQ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Renault 12.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Renault 12 | 2010 Toyota iQ | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | 12 | iQ |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 2985 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 32 L |
