1988 Fiat Tipo vs. 1998 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 1998 Panoz Esperante is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Fiat Tipo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Fiat Tipo would be higher. At 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Panoz Esperante (317 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (83 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat Tipo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 220 kg more than 1988 Fiat Tipo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 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 1998 Panoz Esperante. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Fiat Tipo, 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, 1998 Panoz Esperante (426 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (130 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1998 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat Tipo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Fiat Tipo | 1998 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Fiat | Panoz |
| Model | Tipo | Esperante |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 4599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2720 mm |
