1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 vs. 1957 Packard Patrician
To start off, 1957 Packard Patrician is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 would be higher. At 5,767 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Packard Patrician is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Packard Patrician (271 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Packard Patrician should accelerate faster than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 | 1957 Packard Patrician | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Packard |
| Model | 1900 | Patrician |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1884 cc | 5767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3240 mm |
