1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 1997 Panoz AIV
To start off, 1997 Panoz AIV is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta 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 194 more horse power than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Panoz AIV should accelerate faster than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Panoz AIV weights approximately 100 kg more than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. 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, 1997 Panoz AIV (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (142 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1997 Panoz AIV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | 1997 Panoz AIV | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Panoz |
Model | Alfetta | AIV |
Year Released | 1975 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 90.2 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 59 L |