1969 Fiat 130 vs. 2005 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2005 Panoz Esperante is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Panoz Esperante (317 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Fiat 130 weights approximately 328 kg more than 2005 Panoz Esperante.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Panoz Esperante (426 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Fiat 130 | 2005 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | Fiat | Panoz |
Model | 130 | Esperante |
Year Released | 1969 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3238 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 426 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1272 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 59 L |