1993 Ford Fiesta vs. 2006 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2006 Panoz Esperante is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Fiesta 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 256 more horse power than 1993 Ford Fiesta. (49 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 715 kg more than 1993 Ford Fiesta. 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, 1993 Ford Fiesta, 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 351 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Fiesta. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Ford Fiesta | 2006 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | Ford | Panoz |
Model | Fiesta | Esperante |
Year Released | 1993 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1118 cc | 4589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2700 mm |