1959 Fiat 2100 vs. 2001 Panoz AIV
To start off, 2001 Panoz AIV is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 2100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 2100 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Panoz AIV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Panoz AIV (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 2100. (80 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Panoz AIV should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 2100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Panoz AIV weights approximately 246 kg more than 1959 Fiat 2100. 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, 2001 Panoz AIV (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 2100. (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Panoz AIV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 2100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat 2100 | 2001 Panoz AIV | |
| Make | Fiat | Panoz |
| Model | 2100 | AIV |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2052 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 934 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 59 L |
