1974 Alfa Romeo 2000 vs. 1999 Panoz AIV
To start off, 1999 Panoz AIV is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Alfa Romeo 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Alfa Romeo 2000 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Panoz AIV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Panoz AIV (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo 2000. (131 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Panoz AIV should accelerate faster than 1974 Alfa Romeo 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Panoz AIV weights approximately 173 kg more than 1974 Alfa Romeo 2000. 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, 1999 Panoz AIV (407 Nm) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo 2000. (176 Nm). This means 1999 Panoz AIV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Alfa Romeo 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alfa Romeo 2000 | 1999 Panoz AIV | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Panoz |
| Model | 2000 | AIV |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Top Speed | 189 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1007 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2650 mm |
