1961 Fiat 2300 vs. 2002 Panoz AIV
To start off, 2002 Panoz AIV is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 2300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 2300 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 165 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 2300. (136 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Panoz AIV should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Fiat 2300 weights approximately 86 kg more than 2002 Panoz AIV.
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 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 2300. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Panoz AIV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 2300.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Fiat 2300 | 2002 Panoz AIV | |
Make | Fiat | Panoz |
Model | 2300 | AIV |
Year Released | 1961 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2277 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 136 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 197 Nm | 408 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 90.2 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 59 L |