1956 Fiat 1900 vs. 2006 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2006 Panoz Esperante is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Fiat 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Fiat 1900 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 226 more horse power than 1956 Fiat 1900. (79 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1956 Fiat 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 290 kg more than 1956 Fiat 1900. 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:
| 1956 Fiat 1900 | 2006 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Fiat | Panoz |
| Model | 1900 | Esperante |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 4589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2700 mm |
