2006 Panoz Esperante vs. 1979 Simca 1100
To start off, 2006 Panoz Esperante is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Simca 1100 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 (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 376 more horse power than 1979 Simca 1100. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1979 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 607 kg more than 1979 Simca 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1979 Simca 1100, 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 (570 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 504 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Simca 1100. (66 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Panoz Esperante | 1979 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Panoz | Simca |
| Model | Esperante | 1100 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4589 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1487 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 42 L |
