1977 Fiat 127 vs. 2003 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2003 Panoz Esperante is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Fiat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Fiat 127 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Panoz Esperante (318 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 1977 Fiat 127. (70 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 495 kg more than 1977 Fiat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Panoz Esperante (426 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat 127. (83 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Fiat 127 | 2003 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Fiat | Panoz |
| Model | 127 | Esperante |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1047 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 318 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 57.8 mm | 90 mm |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 775 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 59 L |
