1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1998 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 1998 Panoz Esperante is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta 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) has 265 more horse power than 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (52 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 395 kg more than 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1998 Panoz Esperante (426 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1998 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Panoz |
Model | Giulietta | Esperante |
Year Released | 1957 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 4599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 52 HP | 317 HP |
Torque | 94 Nm | 426 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2720 mm |