1990 Fiat Tempra vs. 2004 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2004 Panoz Esperante is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Fiat Tempra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Fiat Tempra would be higher. At 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Panoz Esperante (420 HP) has 310 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (110 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Tempra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 402 kg more than 1990 Fiat Tempra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 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 2004 Panoz Esperante. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Fiat Tempra, 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, 2004 Panoz Esperante (529 Nm) has 389 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (140 Nm). This means 2004 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Tempra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat Tempra | 2004 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Fiat | Panoz |
| Model | Tempra | Esperante |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1756 cc | 4589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 420 HP |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 529 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1133 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2700 mm |
