1964 Abarth 700 vs. 1955 Packard Patrician
To start off, 1964 Abarth 700 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Packard Patrician. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Packard Patrician would be higher. At 5,767 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Packard Patrician is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Packard Patrician (271 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1964 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Packard Patrician should accelerate faster than 1964 Abarth 700.
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:
| 1964 Abarth 700 | 1955 Packard Patrician | |
| Make | Abarth | Packard |
| Model | 700 | Patrician |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 5767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3240 mm |
