1983 Alfa Romeo Arna vs. 2006 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2006 Panoz Esperante is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Alfa Romeo Arna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Alfa Romeo Arna 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 243 more horse power than 1983 Alfa Romeo Arna. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1983 Alfa Romeo Arna.
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, 1983 Alfa Romeo Arna, 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 346 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Alfa Romeo Arna. (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Alfa Romeo Arna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Alfa Romeo Arna | 2006 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Panoz |
| Model | Arna | Esperante |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1186 cc | 4589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2700 mm |
