1995 Fiat 126 vs. 2004 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2004 Panoz Esperante is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Fiat 126 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 395 more horse power than 1995 Fiat 126. (25 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1995 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 890 kg more than 1995 Fiat 126. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 480 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Fiat 126. (49 Nm). This means 2004 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Fiat 126 | 2004 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Fiat | Panoz |
| Model | 126 | Esperante |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 704 cc | 4589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 25 HP | 420 HP |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 529 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 645 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 59 L |
