1976 Fiat Campagnola vs. 2008 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2008 Panoz Esperante is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Fiat Campagnola would be higher. At 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Panoz Esperante (305 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1976 Fiat Campagnola. (79 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1976 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 79 kg more than 2008 Panoz Esperante.
Because 1976 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Panoz Esperante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 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, 2008 Panoz Esperante (434 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Fiat Campagnola. (151 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Fiat Campagnola.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Fiat Campagnola | 2008 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Fiat | Panoz |
| Model | Campagnola | Esperante |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1614 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 59 L |
