1997 MCC Smart vs. 1997 Panoz AIV
To start off, both 1997 MCC Smart 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) has 249 more horse power than 1997 MCC Smart. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Panoz AIV should accelerate faster than 1997 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Panoz AIV weights approximately 530 kg more than 1997 MCC Smart. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 MCC Smart | 1997 Panoz AIV | |
| Make | MCC | Panoz |
| Model | Smart | AIV |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 599 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 302 HP |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1950 mm |
