2001 Fiat Seicento vs. 2009 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2009 Panoz Esperante is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Fiat Seicento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Fiat Seicento would be higher. At 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Panoz Esperante (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 367 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 752 kg more than 2001 Fiat Seicento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 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 2009 Panoz Esperante. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Fiat Seicento, 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, 2009 Panoz Esperante (570 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 486 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Seicento. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Fiat Seicento | 2009 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | Fiat | Panoz |
Model | Seicento | Esperante |
Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1116 cc | 4589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 420 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 570 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1487 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 59 L |