1956 Packard Patrician vs. 2006 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Citi is newer by 50 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 @ 4600 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Citi. (72 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Packard Patrician should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Citi.
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, 2006 Volkswagen Citi, 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 441 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Citi. (108 Nm). This means 1956 Packard Patrician will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Citi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Packard Patrician | 2006 Volkswagen Citi | |
| Make | Packard | Volkswagen |
| Model | Patrician | Citi |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6135 cc | 1423 cc |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 549 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3240 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 49 L |
