1973 Fiat 128 vs. 1998 Panoz AIV
To start off, 1998 Panoz AIV is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 128. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 128 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 238 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Panoz AIV should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Panoz AIV weights approximately 360 kg more than 1973 Fiat 128. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Panoz AIV (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1998 Panoz AIV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 128 | 1998 Panoz AIV | |
| Make | Fiat | Panoz |
| Model | 128 | AIV |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 59 L |
