1970 Fiat Campagnola 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 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Fiat Campagnola 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 245 more horse power than 1970 Fiat Campagnola. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat Campagnola.
Because 1970 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Panoz Esperante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Fiat Campagnola will offer significantly more control. 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 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat Campagnola. (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat Campagnola.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Fiat Campagnola | 2006 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Fiat | Panoz |
| Model | Campagnola | Esperante |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 4589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 59 L |
