1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2005 Panoz AIV
To start off, 2005 Panoz AIV is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Panoz AIV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Panoz AIV (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (82 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Panoz AIV should accelerate faster than 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Panoz AIV weights approximately 132 kg more than 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia. 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, 2005 Panoz AIV (408 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (104 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2005 Panoz AIV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 2005 Panoz AIV | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Panoz |
| Model | Giulia | AIV |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 59 L |
