2005 Fiat Palio vs. 1997 Panoz AIV
To start off, 2005 Fiat Palio is newer by 8 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 231 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Palio. (71 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Panoz AIV should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Palio weights approximately 160 kg more than 1997 Panoz AIV.
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, 2005 Fiat Palio, 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 303 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Palio. (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Panoz AIV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Palio | 1997 Panoz AIV | |
| Make | Fiat | Panoz |
| Model | Palio | AIV |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 59 L |
