1959 Fiat 1500 vs. 2008 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2008 Panoz Esperante is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1500 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 (305 HP) has 225 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1500. (80 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1500.
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, 2008 Panoz Esperante (434 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1500. (104 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1500.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Fiat 1500 | 2008 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | Fiat | Panoz |
Model | 1500 | Esperante |
Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 4589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 305 HP |
Torque | 104 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 9.8:1 |
Top Speed | 169 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 Length | 4040 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 59 L |