1972 Austin Marina vs. 2012 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2012 Toyota iQ is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Austin Marina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Austin Marina would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Austin Marina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota iQ (89 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1972 Austin Marina. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota iQ should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Austin Marina weights approximately 50 kg more than 2012 Toyota iQ.
Because 1972 Austin Marina 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 1972 Austin Marina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Toyota iQ (190 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin Marina. (145 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota iQ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Austin Marina | 2012 Toyota iQ | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | Marina | iQ |
Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1364 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3051 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2000 mm |