1969 Fiat 130 vs. 1997 Panoz AIV
To start off, 1997 Panoz AIV is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Panoz AIV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Panoz AIV (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 130. (161 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Panoz AIV should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Fiat 130 weights approximately 294 kg more than 1997 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, 1997 Panoz AIV (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 130. (218 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1997 Panoz AIV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 130. 1969 Fiat 130 has automatic transmission and 1997 Panoz AIV has manual transmission. 1997 Panoz AIV will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1969 Fiat 130 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Fiat 130 | 1997 Panoz AIV | |
| Make | Fiat | Panoz |
| Model | 130 | AIV |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1474 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 59 L |
