1997 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 1997 Panoz AIV
To start off, both 1997 Alfa Romeo 156 and 1997 Panoz AIV were released in the same year (1997). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 159 more horse power than 1997 Alfa Romeo 156. (143 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Panoz AIV should accelerate faster than 1997 Alfa Romeo 156. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1997 Panoz AIV.
Because 1997 Panoz AIV is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1997 Panoz AIV. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo 156, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Alfa Romeo 156. (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Panoz AIV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Alfa Romeo 156.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Alfa Romeo 156 | 1997 Panoz AIV | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Panoz |
Model | 156 | AIV |
Year Released | 1997 | 1997 |
Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1747 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 90.2 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 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 | 4440 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 59 L |