1967 Innocenti Mini vs. 1999 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 1999 Panoz Esperante is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Innocenti Mini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Innocenti Mini would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Panoz Esperante (317 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 1967 Innocenti Mini. (36 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1967 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 640 kg more than 1967 Innocenti Mini. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Panoz Esperante is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Panoz Esperante. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 Innocenti Mini, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1999 Panoz Esperante (426 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Innocenti Mini. (56 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1999 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Innocenti Mini | 1999 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | Innocenti | Panoz |
Model | Mini | Esperante |
Year Released | 1967 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 848 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 36 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 56 Nm | 426 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 59 L |