1952 Abarth 1500 vs. 1998 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 1998 Panoz Esperante is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Abarth 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Abarth 1500 would be higher. At 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Panoz Esperante (317 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1952 Abarth 1500. (75 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1952 Abarth 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 400 kg more than 1952 Abarth 1500. 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:
| 1952 Abarth 1500 | 1998 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Abarth | Panoz |
| Model | 1500 | Esperante |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1479 cc | 4599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 950 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2720 mm |
