1985 Lancia Delta vs. 2003 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2003 Panoz Esperante is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Panoz Esperante (318 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1985 Lancia Delta. (251 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1985 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 73 kg more than 1985 Lancia Delta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Lancia Delta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Panoz Esperante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Lancia Delta will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Panoz Esperante (426 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lancia Delta. (291 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Lancia Delta | 2003 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Lancia | Panoz |
| Model | Delta | Esperante |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1759 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 318 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1197 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2720 mm |
