1963 Abarth 1600 vs. 1998 Panoz AIV
To start off, 1998 Panoz AIV is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Abarth 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Abarth 1600 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 146 more horse power than 1963 Abarth 1600. (155 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Panoz AIV should accelerate faster than 1963 Abarth 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Panoz AIV weights approximately 436 kg more than 1963 Abarth 1600. 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, 1998 Panoz AIV (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Abarth 1600. (167 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1998 Panoz AIV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Abarth 1600.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Abarth 1600 | 1998 Panoz AIV | |
Make | Abarth | Panoz |
Model | 1600 | AIV |
Year Released | 1963 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 90.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 90.2 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 744 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2650 mm |