2000 MCC ForTwo vs. 1998 Panoz AIV
To start off, 2000 MCC ForTwo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Panoz AIV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Panoz AIV 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 261 more horse power than 2000 MCC ForTwo. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Panoz AIV should accelerate faster than 2000 MCC ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Panoz AIV weights approximately 450 kg more than 2000 MCC ForTwo. 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 307 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 MCC ForTwo. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1998 Panoz AIV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 MCC ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
2000 MCC ForTwo | 1998 Panoz AIV | |
Make | MCC | Panoz |
Model | ForTwo | AIV |
Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 799 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1810 mm | 2650 mm |