1955 Fiat 1400 vs. 1998 Panoz AIV
To start off, 1998 Panoz AIV is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Panoz AIV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Panoz AIV (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1955 Fiat 1400. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Panoz AIV should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Panoz AIV weights approximately 55 kg more than 1955 Fiat 1400. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Fiat 1400 | 1998 Panoz AIV | |
| Make | Fiat | Panoz |
| Model | 1400 | AIV |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 59 L |
