1955 Fiat Campagnola vs. 2006 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2006 Panoz Esperante is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Fiat Campagnola would be higher. At 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Panoz Esperante (305 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1955 Fiat Campagnola. (39 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat Campagnola.
Because 1955 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Panoz Esperante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1955 Fiat Campagnola will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Panoz Esperante (434 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fiat Campagnola. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fiat Campagnola.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Fiat Campagnola | 2006 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Fiat | Panoz |
| Model | Campagnola | Esperante |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2054 cc | 4589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2700 mm |
