1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola vs. 2004 Panoz AIV
To start off, 2004 Panoz AIV is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Panoz AIV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Panoz AIV (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola. (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Panoz AIV should accelerate faster than 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola.
Because 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Panoz AIV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Panoz AIV (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola. (386 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Panoz AIV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola | 2004 Panoz AIV | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Panoz |
| Model | Nuvola | AIV |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 386 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2650 mm |
