1975 BMW 1602 vs. 2009 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2009 Toyota iQ is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 BMW 1602. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 BMW 1602 would be higher. At 1,574 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 BMW 1602 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota iQ (89 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1975 BMW 1602. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota iQ should accelerate faster than 1975 BMW 1602. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 BMW 1602 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2009 Toyota iQ.
Because 1975 BMW 1602 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 1975 BMW 1602. 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 (190 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 BMW 1602. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota iQ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 BMW 1602.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 BMW 1602 | 2009 Toyota iQ | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 1602 | iQ |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 2985 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 32 L |
