1972 Ford Cortina vs. 2009 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2009 Toyota iQ is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,329 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota iQ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota iQ (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1972 Ford Cortina. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota iQ should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Cortina weights approximately 184 kg more than 2009 Toyota iQ.
Because 1972 Ford Cortina 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 Ford Cortina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Toyota iQ (118 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Cortina. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota iQ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Cortina | 2009 Toyota iQ | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Cortina | iQ |
Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1329 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 2985 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2000 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 32 L |