1956 Packard Patrician vs. 2010 Ford Ka
To start off, 2010 Ford Ka is newer by 54 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 218 more horse power than 2010 Ford Ka. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Packard Patrician should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Ka.
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, 2010 Ford Ka, 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 443 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Ka. (106 Nm). This means 1956 Packard Patrician will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Packard Patrician | 2010 Ford Ka | |
Make | Packard | Ford |
Model | Patrician | Ka |
Year Released | 1956 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6135 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 549 Nm | 106 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 104.8 mm | 74.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 75.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3240 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 40 L |