1998 Panoz AIV vs. 1966 Renault 10
To start off, 1998 Panoz AIV is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Renault 10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Renault 10 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Panoz AIV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Panoz AIV (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 1966 Renault 10. (42 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Panoz AIV should accelerate faster than 1966 Renault 10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Panoz AIV weights approximately 400 kg more than 1966 Renault 10. 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, 1998 Panoz AIV (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Renault 10. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Panoz AIV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Renault 10.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Panoz AIV | 1966 Renault 10 | |
Make | Panoz | Renault |
Model | AIV | 10 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1108 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 42 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 77 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.3 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 72 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2280 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 38 L |