1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2006 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2006 Panoz Esperante is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta 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 (420 HP) has 368 more horse power than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (52 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 612 kg more than 1960 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, 2006 Panoz Esperante (570 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 476 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 2006 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Panoz |
Model | Giulietta | Esperante |
Year Released | 1960 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 4589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 52 HP | 420 HP |
Torque | 94 Nm | 570 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1487 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 59 L |