1966 Fiat Coupe vs. 2004 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2004 Panoz Esperante is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Fiat Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Fiat Coupe 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 157 more horse power than 1966 Fiat Coupe. (148 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 220 kg more than 1966 Fiat Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Panoz Esperante (434 Nm) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat Coupe. (201 Nm). This means 2004 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Fiat Coupe | 2004 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Fiat | Panoz |
| Model | Coupe | Esperante |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2279 cc | 4587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 305 HP |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 59 L |
