1970 Daihatsu Fellow vs. 2009 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2009 Panoz Esperante is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Daihatsu Fellow would be higher. At 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Panoz Esperante (305 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow.
Because 2009 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 2009 Panoz Esperante. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Daihatsu Fellow, 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, 2009 Panoz Esperante (434 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 397 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. (37 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Daihatsu Fellow | 2009 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Panoz |
| Model | Fellow | Esperante |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 354 cc | 4589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 37 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 105 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 59 L |
