1948 Fiat 500 vs. 2004 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2004 Panoz Esperante is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Panoz Esperante (420 HP) has 404 more horse power than 1948 Fiat 500. (16 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1948 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 745 kg more than 1948 Fiat 500. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Fiat 500 | 2004 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Fiat | Panoz |
| Model | 500 | Esperante |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 569 cc | 4589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine Bore Size | 52 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3220 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2700 mm |
