1973 Fiat 130 vs. 2001 Panoz AIV
To start off, 2001 Panoz AIV is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Panoz AIV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Panoz AIV (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Panoz AIV should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Fiat 130 weights approximately 390 kg more than 2001 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, 2001 Panoz AIV (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2001 Panoz AIV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Fiat 130 | 2001 Panoz AIV | |
Make | Fiat | Panoz |
Model | 130 | AIV |
Year Released | 1973 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3237 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 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 | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 59 L |