1975 Fiat 124 vs. 2009 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2009 Panoz Esperante is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Fiat 124 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 246 more horse power than 1975 Fiat 124. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1975 Fiat 124.
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, 2009 Panoz Esperante (434 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 347 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Fiat 124. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Fiat 124 | 2009 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | Fiat | Panoz |
Model | 124 | Esperante |
Year Released | 1975 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1197 cc | 4589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
Top Speed | 140 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 59 L |