1965 Fiat Coupe vs. 2004 Panoz AIV
To start off, 2004 Panoz AIV is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Fiat Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Fiat Coupe would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Panoz AIV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Panoz AIV (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1965 Fiat Coupe. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Panoz AIV should accelerate faster than 1965 Fiat Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Fiat Coupe weights approximately 50 kg more than 2004 Panoz AIV.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Panoz AIV (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Fiat Coupe. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Panoz AIV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Fiat Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Fiat Coupe | 2004 Panoz AIV | |
| Make | Fiat | Panoz |
| Model | Coupe | AIV |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2004 |
| 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 |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 59 L |
