1981 Fiat Argenta vs. 2006 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2006 Panoz Esperante is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Fiat Argenta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Fiat Argenta 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 (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 320 more horse power than 1981 Fiat Argenta. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat Argenta.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Panoz Esperante (570 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 434 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat Argenta. (136 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat Argenta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat Argenta | 2006 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Fiat | Panoz |
| Model | Argenta | Esperante |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 4589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 59 L |
