1997 Panoz AIV vs. 1976 Seat 133
To start off, 1997 Panoz AIV is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Seat 133. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Seat 133 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 268 more horse power than 1976 Seat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Panoz AIV should accelerate faster than 1976 Seat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Panoz AIV weights approximately 490 kg more than 1976 Seat 133. 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 353 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Seat 133. (54 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1997 Panoz AIV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Seat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Panoz AIV | 1976 Seat 133 | |
| Make | Panoz | Seat |
| Model | AIV | 133 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 843 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2030 mm |
