1982 Fiat 127 vs. 2006 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2006 Panoz Esperante is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Fiat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Fiat 127 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 371 more horse power than 1982 Fiat 127. (49 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1982 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 657 kg more than 1982 Fiat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1982 Fiat 127, 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 (570 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 493 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Fiat 127. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Fiat 127 | 2006 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Fiat | Panoz |
| Model | 127 | Esperante |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1049 cc | 4589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1487 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2700 mm |
