1970 Abarth 1300 vs. 2006 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2006 Panoz Esperante is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Abarth 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 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 (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 297 more horse power than 1970 Abarth 1300. (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1970 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 857 kg more than 1970 Abarth 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Panoz Esperante (570 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 440 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 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 1970 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Abarth 1300 | 2006 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Abarth | Panoz |
| Model | 1300 | Esperante |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1279 cc | 4589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1487 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2700 mm |
