1981 Fiat 131 vs. 2009 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2009 Panoz Esperante is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Fiat 131 would be higher. At 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Panoz Esperante (305 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1981 Fiat 131. (111 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat 131.
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, 2009 Panoz Esperante (434 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat 131. (167 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Fiat 131 | 2009 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | Fiat | Panoz |
Model | 131 | Esperante |
Year Released | 1981 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2700 mm |