1999 Fiat Punto vs. 1999 Panoz Esperante
To start off, both 1999 Fiat Punto and 1999 Panoz Esperante were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Panoz Esperante (317 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Punto. (80 HP @ 3000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 230 kg more than 1999 Fiat Punto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 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 1999 Panoz Esperante. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Punto, 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, 1999 Panoz Esperante (426 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Punto. (196 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1999 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Fiat Punto | 1999 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | Fiat | Panoz |
Model | Punto | Esperante |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 426 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 90.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 59 L |