1954 Fiat 500 vs. 1955 Packard Carribean
To start off, 1955 Packard Carribean is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 6,129 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Packard Carribean is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Packard Carribean (306 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 290 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 500. (16 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Packard Carribean should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Packard Carribean weights approximately 1639 kg more than 1954 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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:
| 1954 Fiat 500 | 1955 Packard Carribean | |
| Make | Fiat | Packard |
| Model | 500 | Carribean |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1955 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 568 cc | 6129 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 2249 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3250 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3240 mm |
