1949 Fiat 500 vs. 2008 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2008 Panoz Esperante is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Panoz Esperante (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 404 more horse power than 1949 Fiat 500. (16 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1949 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 877 kg more than 1949 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:
| 1949 Fiat 500 | 2008 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Fiat | Panoz |
| Model | 500 | Esperante |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | 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 RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1487 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3250 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 59 L |
