1996 Fiat Marea vs. 2006 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2006 Panoz Esperante is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Fiat Marea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Fiat Marea 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 201 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Marea. (104 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Marea.
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, 1996 Fiat Marea, 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 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Marea. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Marea.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Marea | 2006 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Fiat | Panoz |
| Model | Marea | Esperante |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 4589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 5.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 59 L |
