1980 Innocenti Mini vs. 2006 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2006 Panoz Esperante is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Innocenti Mini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Innocenti Mini would be higher. At 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Panoz Esperante (305 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 1980 Innocenti Mini. (48 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1980 Innocenti Mini.
Because 2006 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 2006 Panoz Esperante. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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, 2006 Panoz Esperante (434 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 364 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Innocenti Mini. (70 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Innocenti Mini | 2006 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Innocenti | Panoz |
| Model | Mini | Esperante |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 4589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 59 L |
