1977 Honda Civic 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 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Honda Civic 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 265 more horse power than 1977 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1977 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 595 kg more than 1977 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 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 2003 Panoz Esperante. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 Honda Civic, 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, 2003 Panoz Esperante (426 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 347 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Honda Civic. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Honda Civic | 2003 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Honda | Panoz |
| Model | Civic | Esperante |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1169 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 318 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 59 L |
