1960 Abarth 850 vs. 2004 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2004 Panoz Esperante is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 850 would be higher. At 4,587 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Panoz Esperante (305 HP) has 254 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 850. (51 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 880 kg more than 1960 Abarth 850. 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, 2004 Panoz Esperante (434 Nm) has 364 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 850. (70 Nm). This means 2004 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 850 | 2004 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Abarth | Panoz |
| Model | 850 | Esperante |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 850 cc | 4587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 305 HP |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 59 L |
