2004 Fiat Panda vs. 1995 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lotus Esprit (286 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 239 kg more than 2004 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Lotus Esprit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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, 1995 Lotus Esprit (354 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (98 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Panda | 1995 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Fiat | Lotus |
| Model | Panda | Esprit |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 354 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1339 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 73 L |
