1999 Fiat Palio vs. 2008 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2008 Panoz Esperante is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Fiat Palio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Fiat Palio would be higher. At 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Panoz Esperante (305 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Palio. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Palio.
Because 2008 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 2008 Panoz Esperante. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Palio, 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, 2008 Panoz Esperante (434 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Palio. (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Palio | 2008 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Fiat | Panoz |
| Model | Palio | Esperante |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 4589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 59 L |
