1957 Abarth Renault vs. 1941 Packard 12
To start off, 1957 Abarth Renault is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1941 Packard 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1941 Packard 12 would be higher. At 7,756 cc (12 cylinders), 1941 Packard 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1941 Packard 12 (173 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1957 Abarth Renault. (109 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1941 Packard 12 should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth Renault. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1941 Packard 12 weights approximately 1534 kg more than 1957 Abarth Renault. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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:
| 1957 Abarth Renault | 1941 Packard 12 | |
| Make | Abarth | Packard |
| Model | Renault | 12 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1941 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 7756 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 2424 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3440 mm |
