1967 Abarth 1300 vs. 2007 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2007 Panoz Esperante is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Abarth 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Abarth 1300 would be higher. At 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Panoz Esperante (305 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1967 Abarth 1300. (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1967 Abarth 1300.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Panoz Esperante (434 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Abarth 1300. (133 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2007 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Abarth 1300 | 2007 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Abarth | Panoz |
| Model | 1300 | Esperante |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1278 cc | 4589 cc |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 59 L |
