1969 Abarth 1300 vs. 2006 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2006 Panoz Esperante is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Abarth 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Abarth 1300 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 (305 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1969 Abarth 1300. (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1969 Abarth 1300.
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 (434 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Abarth 1300. (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2006 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Abarth 1300 | 2006 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | Abarth | Panoz |
Model | 1300 | Esperante |
Year Released | 1969 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1280 cc | 4589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 130 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 | 10.6:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
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 | 27 L | 59 L |