1974 Lada Riva vs. 2012 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2012 Toyota iQ is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Lada Riva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Lada Riva would be higher. At 1,450 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Lada Riva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota iQ (94 HP) has 14 more horse power than 1974 Lada Riva. (80 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota iQ should accelerate faster than 1974 Lada Riva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Lada Riva weights approximately 200 kg more than 2012 Toyota iQ.
Because 1974 Lada Riva 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 1974 Lada Riva. 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 (118 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lada Riva. (106 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota iQ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lada Riva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Lada Riva | 2012 Toyota iQ | |
| Make | Lada | Toyota |
| Model | Riva | iQ |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1450 cc | 1329 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 94 HP |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3051 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2000 mm |
