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 7,756 cc (12 cylinders), 1944 Packard 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1944 Packard 12 (173 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1200. (62 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1944 Packard 12 should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1944 Packard 12 weights approximately 1520 kg more than 1959 Fiat 1200. 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:
1959 Fiat 1200 | 1944 Packard 12 | |
Make | Fiat | Packard |
Model | 1200 | 12 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1944 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1221 cc | 7756 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 2420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 5800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3440 mm |