1977 Fiat 132 vs. 1997 Panoz AIV
To start off, 1997 Panoz AIV is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Fiat 132. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Fiat 132 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 231 more horse power than 1977 Fiat 132. (71 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Panoz AIV should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat 132. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Fiat 132 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1997 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, 1997 Panoz AIV (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat 132. (148 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1997 Panoz AIV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat 132.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Fiat 132 | 1997 Panoz AIV | |
| Make | Fiat | Panoz |
| Model | 132 | AIV |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | 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 | 1230 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 59 L |
