1955 Citroen 2CV vs. 1955 Packard Patrician
To start off, both 1955 Citroen 2CV and 1955 Packard Patrician were released in the same year (1955). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,767 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Packard Patrician is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Packard Patrician (271 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 1955 Citroen 2CV. (12 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Packard Patrician should accelerate faster than 1955 Citroen 2CV.
Because 1955 Packard Patrician 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 1955 Packard Patrician. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1955 Citroen 2CV, 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Citroen 2CV | 1955 Packard Patrician | |
| Make | Citroen | Packard |
| Model | 2CV | Patrician |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 425 cc | 5767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 12 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3240 mm |
