1982 Austin Marina vs. 2011 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2011 Toyota iQ is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Austin Marina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Austin Marina would be higher. At 1,329 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota iQ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota iQ (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1982 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota iQ should accelerate faster than 1982 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Austin Marina weights approximately 22 kg more than 2011 Toyota iQ.
Because 1982 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 1982 Austin Marina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Toyota iQ (118 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota iQ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Austin Marina | 2011 Toyota iQ | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | Marina | iQ |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1329 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 882 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 |
