1959 Fiat 1200 vs. 1944 Packard 12
To start off, 1959 Fiat 1200 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1944 Packard 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1944 Packard 12 would be higher. At 7,301 cc (12 cylinders), 1944 Packard 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1944 Packard 12 weights approximately 1545 kg more than 1959 Fiat 1200.
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:
| 1959 Fiat 1200 | 1944 Packard 12 | |
| Make | Fiat | Packard |
| Model | 1200 | 12 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1944 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1220 cc | 7301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 0 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 2450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 5800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3440 mm |
