1976 Innocenti Mini vs. 2004 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2004 Panoz Esperante is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Innocenti Mini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Innocenti Mini would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Panoz Esperante (317 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 269 more horse power than 1976 Innocenti Mini. (48 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1976 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 550 kg more than 1976 Innocenti Mini. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 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 2004 Panoz Esperante. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Innocenti Mini, 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, 2004 Panoz Esperante (426 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 357 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Innocenti Mini. (69 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2004 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Innocenti Mini | 2004 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | Innocenti | Panoz |
Model | Mini | Esperante |
Year Released | 1976 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 48 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 426 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 59 L |