1995 Rover 600 vs. 2010 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2010 Toyota iQ is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Rover 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Rover 600 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Rover 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Rover 600 (104 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2010 Toyota iQ. (89 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Rover 600 should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota iQ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Rover 600 weights approximately 470 kg more than 2010 Toyota iQ. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1995 Rover 600 (210 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota iQ. (190 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1995 Rover 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota iQ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Rover 600 | 2010 Toyota iQ | |
| Make | Rover | Toyota |
| Model | 600 | iQ |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 2985 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2000 mm |
