1956 Packard Patrician vs. 1983 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1983 Peugeot 205 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Packard Patrician. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Packard Patrician would be higher. At 6,135 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Packard Patrician is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Packard Patrician (286 HP) has 206 more horse power than 1983 Peugeot 205. (80 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Packard Patrician should accelerate faster than 1983 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Packard Patrician weights approximately 1265 kg more than 1983 Peugeot 205. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 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 1956 Packard Patrician. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Peugeot 205, 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, 1956 Packard Patrician (549 Nm) has 440 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Peugeot 205. (109 Nm). This means 1956 Packard Patrician will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Packard Patrician | 1983 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Packard | Peugeot |
| Model | Patrician | 205 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6135 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 80 HP |
| Torque | 549 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.8 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 77 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3240 mm | 2430 mm |
