2002 Honda Civic vs. 1999 Panoz AIV
To start off, 2002 Honda Civic is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Panoz AIV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Panoz AIV would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Panoz AIV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Panoz AIV (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 2002 Honda Civic. (98 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Panoz AIV should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Civic weights approximately 86 kg more than 1999 Panoz AIV.
Because 1999 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 1999 Panoz AIV. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda Civic, 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, 1999 Panoz AIV (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Civic. (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1999 Panoz AIV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Civic | 1999 Panoz AIV | |
| Make | Honda | Panoz |
| Model | Civic | AIV |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1672 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 59 L |
