1953 Fiat 1100 vs. 2002 Panoz AIV
To start off, 2002 Panoz AIV is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Panoz AIV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Panoz AIV (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1953 Fiat 1100. (35 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Panoz AIV should accelerate faster than 1953 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Panoz AIV weights approximately 365 kg more than 1953 Fiat 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2002 Panoz AIV (408 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Fiat 1100. (69 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Panoz AIV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Fiat 1100 | 2002 Panoz AIV | |
Make | Fiat | Panoz |
Model | 1100 | AIV |
Year Released | 1953 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1089 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 408 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 90.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 59 L |