2001 Panoz AIV vs. 2011 Fiat Grande Punto
To start off, 2011 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Panoz AIV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Panoz AIV would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Panoz AIV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Panoz AIV (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Grande Punto. (118 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Panoz AIV should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Grande Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Fiat Grande Punto weights approximately 85 kg more than 2001 Panoz AIV.
Because 2001 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 2001 Panoz AIV. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Grande Punto, 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, 2001 Panoz AIV (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Grande Punto. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2001 Panoz AIV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Grande Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Panoz AIV | 2011 Fiat Grande Punto | |
| Make | Panoz | Fiat |
| Model | AIV | Grande Punto |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 45 L |
