1955 Packard Patrician vs. 2012 Kia Soul
To start off, 2012 Kia Soul is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Packard Patrician. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Packard Patrician would be higher. 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 107 more horse power than 2012 Kia Soul. (164 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Packard Patrician should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Soul.
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, 2012 Kia Soul, 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 Packard Patrician | 2012 Kia Soul | |
| Make | Packard | Kia |
| Model | Patrician | Soul |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5767 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3240 mm | 2550 mm |
