2000 Fiat Coupe vs. 1997 Panoz AIV
To start off, 2000 Fiat Coupe is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Panoz AIV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Panoz AIV 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 173 more horse power than 2000 Fiat Coupe. (129 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Panoz AIV should accelerate faster than 2000 Fiat Coupe.
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, 2000 Fiat Coupe, 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 243 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Fiat Coupe. (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1997 Panoz AIV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Fiat Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Fiat Coupe | 1997 Panoz AIV | |
| Make | Fiat | Panoz |
| Model | Coupe | AIV |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1746 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 59 L |
